Apply a cold pack for 10–20 minutes several times a day during the first 48 hours to constrict blood vessels and reduce leaking. Compression: Use an elastic bandage to minimize swelling.
The bruise is accompanied by extreme swelling or severe pain. The person is taking blood-thinning medications. Lividi
Around day 5–10, the body begins breaking down haemoglobin into biliverdin . Apply a cold pack for 10–20 minutes several
Keep the bruised area above heart level to reduce blood pressure in that region. When to Consult a Professional Lividi
In the final stages (day 10–14), the substance becomes bilirubin before the mark fades completely. Prevention and Care