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Do I Continue to Apply Warm Compresses to my Yellowish-brown Bruise? (photo)

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mimi.gJun 9, 2013

Warm compresses have helped my bruising significantly. The bruise is now a yellowish-brown. Should I continue with the warm compresses or let this resolve on it's own?

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