ecchymosis

Noun

Meaning

A livid or black and blue spot, produced by the extravasation or effusion of blood into the areolar tissue from a contusion.

Source: Webster's dictionary

bruise welt exudation injury lump lesion bump abrasion bruising discoloration contusion swelling haemorrhage blackening black eye

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treatment

Ecchymosis is usually not associated with tenderness. Source: Internet

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