Definitions
- Describing a discoloration of the skin caused by bleeding underneath the surface. - Referring to a bruise that appears as a result of an injury or trauma. - Talking about a medical condition that causes bleeding under the skin, such as a blood clotting disorder.
- Describing a swelling of blood outside of a blood vessel. - Referring to a localized collection of blood that forms under the skin. - Talking about a medical condition that causes internal bleeding and the formation of a mass of blood outside of a blood vessel.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve bleeding or swelling under the skin.
- 2Both can be caused by an injury or trauma.
- 3Both can be a result of a medical condition or disorder.
- 4Both can cause pain or discomfort.
- 5Both may require medical attention.
What is the difference?
- 1Location: Ecchymosis is typically a discoloration of the skin, while haematoma is a swelling or mass under the skin.
- 2Cause: Ecchymosis is caused by bleeding under the skin, while haematoma is caused by bleeding outside of a blood vessel.
- 3Severity: Haematoma can be more severe than ecchymosis and may require more extensive medical treatment.
- 4Size: Haematoma can be larger than ecchymosis and may require surgical intervention.
- 5Duration: Ecchymosis typically lasts for a shorter period than haematoma.
Remember this!
Ecchymosis and haematoma are both medical terms used to describe bleeding or swelling under the skin. However, the main difference between the two is their location and cause. Ecchymosis is a discoloration of the skin caused by bleeding underneath the surface, while haematoma is a swelling or mass outside of a blood vessel. Haematoma can be more severe and require more extensive medical treatment than ecchymosis.
