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      • What is liver disease?
      • What are the causes of liver disease?
      • What are the risk factors for liver disease?
      • What are the symptoms of liver disease?
      • When to seek medical care for liver disease
      • How is liver disease diagnosed?
      • What is the treatment for liver disease?
      • What are the complications of liver disease?
      • Can liver disease be prevented?
      • What is the outlook (prognosis) for a person with liver disease?
      • Liver Disease At A Glance
    • Bruises A bruise, or contusion, is caused when blood vessels are damaged or broken as the result of a blow to the skin. The raised area...learn more »
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      • What is a bruise?
      • Why do bruises occur more frequently in some people than in others?
      • What does a bruise look like, and why does it change color?
      • What if the bruise doesn't get better or the area stays swollen?
      • What are some less common causes of bruising, and what do they indicate?
      • What is the treatment for bruising?
      • Bumps & Bruises At A Glance

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