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Suggest Treatment For Rashes On The Forehead

Posted on Tue, 28 Jul 2015

Question: Hi Doctor, I woke up this morning with what looks to be a bruise / rash on my forehead that I have no memory of doing anything to cause it. There is no swelling, is smooth to the touch and no pain either. I am just confused as to what it could be and anything I can do to remove it given how obvious a position it is in. I have attached a picture to assist. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Wait for spontaneous resolution.

Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir.

I understand your concern.

I have gone through your uploaded image.

This rash could be simple patterned /imprint abrasion.

Since it is asymptomatic,you need not worry much.

Just give it a day or two for it to vanish.

You need medications only if it does not resolve after 3 days or is producing discomfort.

Post your further queries if any.

Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Suresh Heijebu (15 minutes later)

Thank you for your response. Is there any home remedies I can do to reduce it's appearance?? Just concerned about how it looks given how prominent a position it is in.

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (14 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Apply ice packs

Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir,

You can apply regular ice packs for it to quickly reduce in size.

Otherwise no major intervention is needed.

Thank you.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar