Can a bad bruise cause a blood clot?
Can a bad bruise cause a blood clot? Can't bad bruises cause blood clots? 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.
When should I be concerned about a bruise spreading?
If the hematoma symptoms are severe or if it continues to expand over the course of a few days, you should visit your doctor right away. Emergency medicine, urgent care, primary care physicians frequently care for patients with hematomas. A primary care doctor can diagnose a soft tissue hematoma in a physical exam.
Why is my bruise spreading down my leg?
Sometimes, gravity causes them to spread down the body. A leg bruise usually will take longer to heal than a bruise on the face or arms. Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety.
How do you know if a blood clot is traveling?
- shortness of breath.
- lightheadedness.
- sharp chest pain that worsens when breathing in.
- back pain.
- cough, which may contain blood.
- excessive sweating.
- blue lips or nails.