Suggest Treatment For Bruise On The Shoulder

Posted on Fri, 22 Jul 2016

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Question : i noticed a bruise when I undressed Tuesday evening (I spent the day on various airplanes and had not been involved in any falls of any kind - While my luggage was checked, I did have 2 shoulder bags that I carried throughout the day) Could the bruise be a result of the bag(s) rubbing against my side?
I am a 5" 8" female who weighs 136 lbs- (68 yrs old)

Answered by Dr. Ronald Schubert (28 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Bruise

Detailed Answer:
Thank you for contacting HCM with your health care concerns

You are concerned about finding a bruise. This bruise could easily be from the shearing action of carrying bags. The shearing would cause the bruise without having pain. Also if you are on aspirin daily for your heart that would make you more susceptible to bruising. I do not think you have anything dangerous or concerning from this painless bruise.

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