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Experts explain why you may get random bruises, when to see your doctor about frequent or easy bruising, and how to prevent and treat these wounds. Up next Lyrics Related Playing from Bruises (Official Video) Radio Save Autoplay Add similar content to the end of the queue Bruises (contusions, ecchymoses) develop when small blood vessels break. Find out how long it takes for a bruise to go away and why some people bruise easily. Bruises (Ecchymosis) “Ecchymosis” is the medical term for bruises. These form when blood pools under your skin. They’re caused by a blood vessel break. Bruises look like a mark on your skin that’s black and blue or red to purple. Bruises change color as they heal and most don’t need treatment. Unexplained bruises could be a sign of an underlying medical condition.
