Why does it sometimes take days for a bruise to become visible?
541774
It can depend on how deep the vessel was that was injured with the bump. You can bleed deeply and it takes several days for the blood to surface hence the late blooming bruise or... you injured a vessel but it did not break open, then in your sleep you hit it or pulled by stretching and the injured vessel then leaked hence the bruise.
1092358
it's bruised. blood is in the muscle where it shouldnt be
428313
Probably something else.  It takes several hours up to a day before you will know if you have food poisioning.
860668
Immediately after you bump something hard enough to cause a bruise, and for the first day or two after you get one, you should apply cold compresses to prevent swelling. After that, try applying warm compresses to help the absorption of blood. People who get bruises frequently may have vitamin deficiencies, including C, E, K and zinc. Try taking supplements if you get bruises often.  Some studies have shown that applying a cream containing vitamin K can help fade a bruise. Bruises normally take about 2 weeks to fade completely. Just wait, and wear longer sleeves if it bothers you.
138483
It is normal if they were deep bruises.  When I get bruises from hockey pucks the bruises are normally there for at least two months sometimes more.  But if you think that something is wrong then I would go see a doctor.  Better be safe then sorry.
53907
a hicky is a bruise, and nothing but time will get rid of it.  \n\nmake-up might help cover it, though. also try alternating cold and warm compresses.
974087
Can you see coloration underneath the skin? It could be a hematoma. You need a doctor as soon as you can get there. (A competent one) If it's a clot and is migrating, it can move anywhere in your body, and cause major problems. (People die from simple blood clots every day, so I would recommend you know whether this is one or not)
664049
There are several reasons, but you should know that it's pretty normal. Women bruise more easily than men, and the elderly will also bruise easily. Usually, it's nothing to worry about. \n\nThere are some conditions that can cause you to bruise more easily... such as...\n\nA medication, such as aspirin or blood thinners \nA bleeding or clotting disorder, such as hemophilia\nOther diseases that affect clotting. Examples include: \nChronic inflammatory diseases, such as lupus.\nLiver disease, such as cirrhosis.\nSome types of cancer, such as lymphoma, leukemia, or multiple myeloma.\nInflammation of a blood vessel (vasculitis).\nMalnutrition, such as deficiencies of vitamins B12, C, or K, or folic acid.\n\nI think that you are probably quite normal, but if you have any concerns, then please see your doctor. \n\nSome cases in which you should consult a doc are...\n\nbruise doesn't go away after 2 weeks, you bruise often and you haven't been bumping into things, bruises seem to develop for no known reasons, a bruise is getting more painful, your bruise is swelling, you can't move a joint, or\nthe bruise is near your eye
1158907
It varies from the different types of skin, i hav a scar, that wont ever disappear, however it has kind of faded through time. Just give it more time, if not try the soecial creams to make scars fade! Or better still go visit your GP, he'll advise you on what to do about it! Good Luck!!
784241
sounds like there is no cause for concern....\n\nyou probably sustained a small bruise underneath your skin where you hit your head. this should go away within 1-2 weeks. it's actually better for you to have a bump outside of the skull (it's the ones on the inside that we worry about-indications of these would be a dent on the skull).\n\npeople that die from internal injuries are usually people that ignore symptoms.\n\nyou can ice the bump for 15-20 mins at a time. do this 3-4 times a day. make sure to cover the ice pack with a washcloth so the ice isn't being applied directly to the skin.\n\nfor pain take 200-400mg of ibuprofen every 6 hours but no more than 1200mg in 24 hours.\n\nthings to watch for that require an immediate trip to the emergency room are:\n\n-severe headache that won't go away\n-nausea or vomiting\n-dizziness or feelings of faintness\n-confused or disoriented\n\nthese are all signs of a head injury and you'll need to seek medical attention asap\n\nfor now just take the ibuprofen and have someone watch you for the next couple of hours. do not take aspirin products-these thin your blood and in the event that you do have a head injury, the aspirin can make it worse.
718575
wasting ur time. happened to me like 5 times! it's normal. it just means u didn't shed all ur blood and the vagnia is getting rid of some more. for me it lasted 3 days after mmy regular period. don't worry, it is normal. but if u r still nervous go to a different dr to get a different oppinion.
851130
usually slightly blue due to superficial vein over there.if really green did u have bleeding or bruise couple of days back.if not i am not sure.
384963
Scar tissue lasts forever, but the scar will fade and whiten over time and be less noticeable. A scar takes about 1 year to mature from the time of injury.
1034915
Nothing to worry about-its happened to me a few time.You probably did bruise/scratch yourself at work.Put some neosporin on it and unless it gets infected just forget about it.
187157
If the injury is along the bite line in your cheaks, sweetiepieblonde could be correct.\n\nMore likely the injury is getting infected.  In most cases, your body's imune system will catch up to it and resolve it.  If it worsens and does not improve within 10 days you should see a doctor.
7104
This spot is called in medicine "post inflammatory hyperpigmentation" and can result from any injury or inflammation to the skin. This is more likely to occur if you tan easily or have a dark complexion. If left undisturbed (don't pick at it; friction can make it darker or last longer! :), it will slowly fade. Bleaching creams can make it fade more quickly, but are not always necessary. Be patient, as fading can take weeks if not months to complete.
316897
It can take up to a few months. It's an injury that can get better faster if you take care not to aggrevate it.