Injury – bruise -mainly on face?

Asked by: Daniel Sosa

If you’ve been struck in the face and you feel the hit was hard enough to cause a bruise, put an ice pack on the area as soon as possible. This will help to treat inflammation and limit swelling. Hold the ice or cold compress on the injury site for a minimum of 10 minutes and a maximum of 30 minutes.

How do you heal a bruised face?

10 Natural ways to treat bruises

1. Ice therapy. Apply ice immediately after the injury to reduce blood flow around the area. …
2. Heat. You can apply heat to boost circulation and increase blood flow. …
3. Compression. Wrap the bruised area in an elastic bandage. …
4. Elevation. …
5. Arnica. …
6. Vitamin K cream. …
7. Aloe vera. …
8. Vitamin C.

How long does it take for a facial contusion to heal?

Your face may be swollen and bruised. It may take 5 to 7 days for the swelling to go down, and 10 to 14 days for the bruising to fade. It may be hard to eat at first.

What to do if you get hit in the cheekbone?

How can you care for yourself at home?

1. Put ice or a cold pack on your face for 10 to 20 minutes at a time. Put a thin cloth between the ice and your skin. …
2. Sleep with your head slightly raised until the swelling goes down. …
3. Ask your doctor when it’s okay to return to your normal activities.
4. Be safe with medicines.

How do you know when a bruise is serious?

See your doctor or visit State Urgent Care right away if you notice any of the following symptoms:

1. Abnormal bleeding in the gums, frequent nose bleeds or blood in the urine or stool.
2. Frequent very large, very painful bruises.
3. Numbness or weakness anywhere in the injured limb.
4. Swelling around the bruised skin.

How do you know if your face is fractured?

Symptoms of a fracture to the face may include pain as well as bruising, swelling or tenderness. Symptoms of a nose fracture may include: Purplish patch on skin caused when blood leaks from broken blood vessels (also called bruising or ecchymosis). Discoloration under the eyes (“black eyes”).

What are the color stages of a bruise?

After an injury occurs, a bruise will usually be red or purple in color. Within a few days, the area may become black, blue or purple. Within 5-10 days, the area will likely become yellowish or greenish. Within 10-14 days, you’re in your final stage of healing.

Should you massage a bruise?

You may want to massage the sore spot when you’re resting, but it’s a bad idea. That can make the injured spot worse. You may break more blood vessels under the skin and make the bruised area larger.

What is better for a bruise hot or cold?

On the day you get a bruise, apply an ice pack to reduce swelling as well as constrict broken blood vessels. Those vessels then may leak less blood. Avoid heat. In the first two or three days after bruising yourself, a very hot bath or shower could cause more bleeding and swelling.

How can I speed up the bruising under my eyes?

Using gentle pressure, place a cold pack or a cloth filled with ice to the area around your eye. Take care not to press on the eye itself. Apply cold as soon as possible after the injury to reduce swelling. Repeat several times a day for a day or two.

How do you treat a deep tissue bruise?

Treatment

1. Rest. Protect the injured area from further harm by stopping play. You may also use a protective device (i.e., crutches, sling).
2. Ice. Apply ice wrapped in a clean cloth. …
3. Compression. Lightly wrap the injured area in a soft bandage or ace wrap.
4. Elevation. Raise it to a level above the heart.

How long does a deep tissue bruise take to heal?

Moderate-to-severe contusions take an average of 4-6 weeks to heal. Minor contusions take considerably less time. If your child puts too much stress on the injured area before it is healed, excessive scar tissue may develop.

How long does a deep bruise take to go away?

How Long Do Bruises Last? Bruises usually fade away in about 2 weeks. Over that time, the bruise changes color as the body breaks down and reabsorbs the blood.

What is the difference between a bruise and a contusion?

Bruises and contusions are skin discolorations that happen due to an injury to capillaries under the surface of your skin. Bruises and contusions are the same thing.

How do you tell if a bruise is a hematoma?

Symptoms of bruise or hematoma

1. Dark blue or purple patch of skin that appears within a few hours after injury.
2. Tenderness on or around the affected area.

What does hematoma look like?

A hematoma can look like a bruise, but bruises occur due to damage to small blood vessels rather than large ones. While many hematomas are relatively harmless, some can indicate a more serious medical problem.

Can you get a blood clot from a bruise?

The bruise itself won’t cause a blood clot. In very rare circumstances, the hit that caused the bruise can. If a deep-seated vein is damaged during the collision, it could lead to a deep-vein clot. This is called deep-vein thrombosis (DVT).

When should you worry about a hematoma?

Watch closely for changes in your health, and be sure to contact your doctor or nurse call line if: The bruise lasts longer than 4 weeks. The bruise gets bigger or becomes more painful. You do not get better as expected.

How do you get rid of a bruise in 24 hours?

Vitamin K clarifying cream is recommended. A pulse dye laser can be used to help clear bruises within 24 to 48 hours after the bruise appears. Arnica gel is an herbal remedy that has proven to help reduce inflammation and bruising.