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Should I Be Concerned About IV Bruise?

I had to get an endoscopy a week ago, and due to several failed IV insertion attempts, I have a few bruises. At one such site on the back of my hand, there is a large bruise covering almost the whole back. It is very light, except for a large deep red area, that encompasses about 40% of the bruise. This concerned me due to the fact that the bruise came from an IV and not blunt trauma, so I was wondering if it indicates any further problem.
posted on Sat, 17 May 2014
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Hello,

I have gone through your query and there is no need to worry. The bruise will resolve on its own in few days and no active intervention is required.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist
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Should I Be Concerned About IV Bruise?

Hello, I have gone through your query and there is no need to worry. The bruise will resolve on its own in few days and no active intervention is required. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist