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Definition of Bumps

Bumps: The raised area of a bump or bruise results from blood leaking from these injured blood vessels into the tissues as well as from the body's response to the injury. A purplish, flat bruise that occurs when blood leaks out into the top layers of skin is referred to as an ecchymosis.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
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Last Editorial Review: 3/26/1998 2:24:00 PM

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