Patient's question:
More than half a month ago, I suffered a fall and later, after the bruising on my face subsided, a small lump appeared under the skin on my cheek. It's not visible from the outside, but it hurts when pressed with your hand. How should I handle this?Doctor's answer:
Bruising is usually caused by external force leading to the rupture of subcutaneous capillaries and bleeding. Since the blood seeps out from the broken capillaries into the subcutaneous tissue, we can observe a bruised area on intact skin. It is best to make a small incision for drainage to allow blood clots to be removed, followed by compression bandaging. Early intervention is crucial, as delaying treatment may lead to the formation of something similar to a bursa, which can become problematic. It is recommended to decide on the treatment based on the severity and extent of the swelling.