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Facial Contusion Definition
Common names:
  • Bruised Face
  • Bruised Jaw
  • Bruised Nose
  • Facial Bruise
  • Facial Contusion
  • Jaw Bruise
  • Jaw Contusion
  • Nose Bruise
  • Nose Contusion
What is a facial contusion?
A person with a facial contusion has bruised the soft tissues of the face. A contusion is a collection of blood beneath the skin, caused by an injury to the blood vessels. A black eye is a common type of facial contusion that occurs around the eye. Images

What are the symptoms of a facial contusion?
Symptoms of facial contusions include facial pain, facial swelling, facial bruising, and facial tenderness. Images

How does the doctor treat a facial contusion?
Treatment for facial contusions includes cold compresses, soft diet, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications for pain.

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Last Updated: Apr 29, 2009  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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