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What is the medical term meaning injury that causes blood vessels to break under the skin?
Bruise (medical term = ecchymosis)
What is bilateral periorbital ecchymosis?
It is a condition that results in bruising (ecchymosis) and swelling around both (bilateral) eyes (periorbital)
Which term is the common name for ecchymosis?
Bruise
What type of fracture is Raccoon eyes?
Periorbital ecchymosis
What caused the ecchymosis?
Possible blood clotting problem??
How can you get ecchymosis on the mouth?
I am a dental hygienist and we see ecchymosis in the mouth, usually on the upper hard and soft palate, it is caused by sexual abuse. Usually caused by something forced in the mouth.
Where can one find information on ecchymosis?
Information on ecchymosis can be found on many websites. One can find information at the Right Diagnosis website or at the Prime Health Channel site or at the WebMD site.
What is the medical term meaning bluish-black marks on the skin caused by hemorrhages into the skin?
The medical term for bluish-black marks on the skin caused by hemorrhages into the skin is "ecchymosis."
What is a scrotal ecchymosis?
Scrotal ecchymosis refers to bruising of the scrotum, which can occur due to trauma, injury, or underlying medical conditions. It usually appears as a discolored patch on the skin caused by broken blood vessels leaking blood into the surrounding tissue. It is essential to seek medical evaluation if scrotal ecchymosis is accompanied by pain, swelling, or other concerning symptoms.
What is the medical term meaning extensive bruising?
Extensive bruising!
What is the difference between a hematoma and ecchymosis?
A hematoma is a collection of blood outside the blood vessels below the dermal layer of the skin whereas an ecchymosis is collection of blood within the dermal layer. When visible they both appear as a discolouration of the skin with the ecchymosis appearing flat and the hematoma appearing as a swelling. This fact usually distinguishes the two clinically. The colour varies depending on the location and age.
Reddish-purple blotches due to leakage of blood from an artery or vein are called?
ecchymosis
