What is treatment for bleeding into the skin?

What is treatment for bleeding into the skin?

Often, you can treat bleeding into the skin at home. For minor bruises, you can:

• Apply an ice pack to the area for 10 to 15 minutes at a time.
• Avoid direct heat to the area for about 48 hours.
• Elevate the injured area.
• Take ibuprofen (Advil®) or acetaminophen (Tylenol®) to reduce pain.

If bleeding into the skin doesn’t go away, your healthcare provider may try other treatments. They may prescribe medications or recommend that you stop taking certain medications. You may also need treatment to manage a condition that causes bleeding into the skin.