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Facial Contusion

Underlying Cause

Facial Contusion Underlying Cause

A facial contusion is caused by an injury that results in bleeding under the skin of the face.

Causes of facial contusions include:

Altercations
Automobile accidents
Falls
Sports injuries

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Last Updated: Apr 21, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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