We get bruises for many different reasons throughout our lives. They occur when tiny blood vessels under the skin are damaged due to falling, bumping into something, after a procedure or surgery, or from external impact. Most bruises disappear naturally over time, but sometimes you may want to get rid of them quickly, or there's a possibility that it could be another skin condition similar to a bruise, so caution is needed. Today, we will learn more about effective ways to quickly remove bruises and other conditions that look like bruises.
Why do bruises occur?
Bruises occur when tiny blood vessels under the skin are damaged due by external impact, causing red blood cells to leak out of the vessels and accumulate in the tissue. This can commonly happen when you fall or bump into something, after a procedure or surgery, or when you receive a strong impact.
When will bruises disappear?
Most bruises disappear naturally over time. Shallow bruises are known to disappear in about two weeks, while bruises that extend to deep muscle layers usually disappear in about three to four weeks.
Why do people want to get rid of bruises quickly?
Although bruises heal naturally, bruises in noticeable areas (such as the face) can lead to various misunderstandings or cause concern before important events. For example, many people experience stress when a bruise doesn't fade before an important interview or wedding. In such cases, the desire to quickly remove a bruise is natural.
The main reasons for wanting to get rid of bruises quickly are as follows:
- When an important event is approaching (interview, wedding, etc.)
- When you don't want to be misunderstood as having traces of cosmetic surgery or external impact
- When a bruise in a visible area is bothersome
How does 'One-Day Bruise Treatment' work?
Our clinic recommends One-Day Bruise Treatment, which focuses on bruise laser treatment and combines other procedures tailored to the patient's condition. This treatment can help improve bruises more quickly with just one or two sessions.
When is bruise treatment most effective?
Bruise treatment is most effective when it is in the initial stage, appearing as a reddish-pink spot.
- Generally, for bruises caused by minor contusions, it is recommended to treat them immediately, regardless of the area.
- For bruises caused by cosmetic surgery, treatment can be considered from the next day, and for severe contusions or bruises after cancer surgery, from about 3-4 days later.
What is the principle of bruise laser treatment?
The laser used for bruise treatment selectively reacts only to red blood cells, working by destroying the red blood cells in the bruised area. Thanks to this selective action, it helps effectively improve bruises without damaging surrounding tissue.
It has been reported that about 80% of bruises improve with just one treatment.
What procedures can be combined with bruise treatment?
When treating bruises, various procedures can be combined depending on the patient's condition to enhance the effect.
- LED Light Therapy: For bruises accompanied by wounds, it is effective in promoting collagen production and aiding skin regeneration.
- LDM Ultrasound: Severe bruises are often accompanied by swelling, and this can help alleviate it.
- Medication Therapy: If medication therapy is combined according to the patient's skin condition or the bruised area, the treatment effect can be further enhanced.
If a bruise lasts for more than a month? You should suspect other conditions.
If a bruise persists for more than a month, or if a dark reddish-brown spot appears under the toenail without any particular reason and does not disappear, you should suspect other skin conditions or states similar to a bruise.
When to suspect malignant melanoma
If you haven't walked much or bumped your foot anywhere, but a dark reddish-brown spot appears under your toenail and doesn't disappear, you might suspect malignant melanoma. Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that occurs when melanin cells transform into cancer cells. If it appears on the toenail, it can look similar to a bruise, so if a toenail bruise does not disappear or shrink at all after a month, it is recommended to get an accurate check-up at a nearby university hospital.
When to suspect pigmentation
If a large bruise that appeared after cosmetic surgery remains even after time has passed, it is highly likely to be pigmentation caused by hemosiderin, a residue left after the bruise breaks down, which has settled in the skin. In such cases, it is appropriate to receive treatment for pigmentation rather than bruise treatment.