Many have experienced minor cuts at some point in their lives. Thanks to your self-healing body and some at-home first aid kit, you can immediately start your recovery journey. However, sometimes people have injuries in which an open wound isn’t visible. Even if there isn’t a cut or a scrape, it might result in blood vessels bursting underneath the skin. In this case, a tiny amount of blood is released from the injured vessel inside the human body, per Healthline. You will see the blood under your skin due to the popped blood vessel. If it manifests in the shape of tiny dots, it is called “petechiae,” and if you notice a larger patch, it is called “purpura.”
According to WebMD, a common example of a popped blood vessel is subconjunctival hemorrhage — or when you notice a red spot in your eye due to something as minor as sneezing. The pressure can pop the tiny blood vessels, but fortunately, if this happens, it’ll stay on the outer surface of the eye and won’t rupture any deeper than that.
So yes, minor injuries can cause bruising as a result of popped blood vessels as a part of everyday life. Still, if you notice a patch on your skin but don’t remember hurting yourself, you should consult your physician and make an appointment ASAP.
