Question
A patient presented with such type of wound as shown in the image.How much time will it take for the skin discolouration to come back to normal skin colour?
A. 5 days
B. 2 weeks
C. 1 day
D. 3 days
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Correct Answer » B
Explanation
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Ans:B. 2 weeks.
The patient is suffering from Bruise(Contusion) on his back,
CONTUSION (BRUISES)
- Is an effusion of blood into tissues due to rupture of subcutaneous vessel.
- It is a superficial injury.
Age of bruise
| Time |
Color change |
Pigment |
| At first |
Red |
Hemoglobin |
| Few hrs to 3 days |
Blue |
Reduced Hb |
| 4th day |
Bluish black to brown, |
Hemosiderin |
| 5-6 days |
Green |
Hematoidin |
| 7-12 days |
Yellow |
Bilirubin |
| 2 weeks |
Normal |
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