Ailments & Conditions

Ecchymosis: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment

How to Prevent Ecchymosis

It is impossible to avoid bruising and ecchymosis. Fortunately, this is a normal condition that mostly improves without intervention. You can try a few things to reduce the risk. In general, these tips can be particularly important when you have an underlying condition, which makes you more susceptible to bruising. These include:

– To organize furniture in your living space to reduce the risk of bumps

– To keep walkways and floors clear of stuff or debris to avoid falls

– To put on protective equipment when you play sports

– To have a nightlight nearby in the bathroom or bedroom

– To avoid leave items or stuff on a stairway

– To use a flashlight in poorly lit spaces to prevent falls or accidents [7]