Dermatology Glossary

Ecchymosis (definition)

(ek"i-mo'sis) (Greek. Ekchymosis - a pouring out)

Synonym:

• Bruise
• Contusion

A macular red or purple hemorrhage in skin or mucous membrane more than 2 mm in diameter.

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