BRUISES Meaning and
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Bruises, also known as contusions, are injuries to the body's soft tissues that occur as a result of trauma or impact. They are visible discolorations on the skin, typically appearing as black, blue, purple, or yellowish patches. Bruises are caused by the breakage of blood vessels beneath the skin, leading to the seepage of blood into the surrounding tissues.
When an external force or blow is exerted on the body, particularly causing some form of compression or trauma to the skin and underlying tissues, bruises may form. The force causes small blood vessels, predominantly capillaries, to rupture, releasing blood into the tissue. Initially, bruises may appear reddish or purplish, but as the blood's components break down, the colors change, progressing through various shades until eventually fading.
The severity and size of a bruise can vary depending on the amount of trauma sustained. While most bruises are harmless and resolve on their own within a couple of weeks, severe or deep bruising may be indicative of more significant injuries, such as muscle or bone damage.
Common symptoms of bruises include pain, tenderness, swelling, and restricted movement in the affected area. Applying ice packs, using compression bandages, and elevating the injured area can help alleviate pain and reduce swelling. If a bruise is accompanied by severe pain, difficulty moving, or signs of infection, medical attention should be sought.
Overall, bruises are a common occurrence resulting from trauma, causing discoloration of the skin due to blood leaking from broken blood vessels into the surrounding tissues.
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Etymology of BRUISES
The word "bruises" originated from the Middle English word "bruse" or "bruisen", which can be traced back to the Old English word "brysan" or "brysan". The Old English term derived from the Proto-Germanic word "brusjan" or "breswan", meaning "to crush" or "to smash". This ultimately links to the Proto-Indo-European root "bhreu̯s-", also meaning "to smash" or "to break". Over time, the word evolved to its current form, "bruises", in Modern English, referring to the discoloration and injury caused to the skin due to trauma or impact.
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