Sprains and bruises
A sprain causes pain, swelling and discolouration (blue colouring). This happens because the small blood vessels and fibres in the flesh burst, causing blood to enter the surrounding tissue. This results in swelling and the blue colouring. It is ... [... more]
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Cuts and bleeding
Minor trauma to the skin is common in childhood, and often leads to blood loss. Most children have scrapes, falls, cuts and bruises as they learn to walk, climb and understand how to manoeuvre to avoid dangers. Even tiny amounts of blood can seem ... [... more]
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Sprains and bruises
A sprain causes pain, swelling and discolouration (blue colouring). This happens because the small blood vessels and fibres in the flesh burst, causing blood to enter the surrounding tissue. This results in swelling and the blue colouring. It is ... [... more]
Net Doctor |
