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What Does An Identation On Leg Indicate?
Question: I have an identation on my leg.Before the indentation, a brownish spot was there. Tried to make sure it wasn't a tic Didn't have tweezers,used fingernail,it hurt,but didn't move.Later, a scab formed,scab fell off,white skin came off after showering today.Are did not itch or have pain.Seem s to e healing.
Brief Answer:
it would heal gradually
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
It seems like you had a trivial injury that has caused the minor wound.
Now, the scab has fallen off, and so is the skin. This is a sign of healing.
Gradually, in a couple of days, the whole thing would heal including the indentation.
Apply topical soframycin ointment thrice daily on the wound for faster healing.
Get well soon.
it would heal gradually
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
It seems like you had a trivial injury that has caused the minor wound.
Now, the scab has fallen off, and so is the skin. This is a sign of healing.
Gradually, in a couple of days, the whole thing would heal including the indentation.
Apply topical soframycin ointment thrice daily on the wound for faster healing.
Get well soon.
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