concept   bruise
culture   Eastern cultures
statement   In Eastern cultures, bruises are connected to traditional medicine, energy imbalance, and social stigma.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 bleeding Eastern cultures Bleeding is often associated with balance and flow of energy in the body, and may be managed through traditional medicine and acupuncture. 1
2 bruise Eastern countries Can be associated with traditional medicine practices for treating injuries 1
3 bruise Eastern countries May be less openly discussed or treated with traditional remedies; may carry stigma in some cultures 1
4 bruise Eastern countries In some Eastern cultures, bruises may be seen as a sign of weakness or clumsiness, and may carry a social stigma. 1
5 bruise Eastern cultures In traditional Chinese medicine, bruising can be seen as an indication of internal imbalance in the body's energy flow. 1
6 other morbidity Eastern culture Other morbidity may also be addressed through traditional medicine and alternative healing practices in addition to modern medical treatment. 1