Is There Something To Do About A Purple Blood Blister?

Posted on Sun, 24 Jun 2018

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Sun, 24 Jun 2018 Answered on

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Question : Blood pooling under the skin due to a break in vein forming a purple blister 3"x1" x.625"

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Take an oral Vitamin C supplement

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

A small bruise due to rupture of a superficial vein should self resolve in about 2-4 weeks. I suggest you to take an oral Vitamin C supplement once daily for a few days.

Regards

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