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What Causes Lump On Forehead Which Turned Into A Deep Scab?
Hello there, This is mostly out of curiosity but here goes. Back in 2013 one morning I woke up with a lump on my forehead, left side a bit above my eyebrow. It wasn t very big, didn t hurt or anything. It was just slightly red. I had no clue what it was but it didn t seem to be a probably. But over the next few weeks it kept slowly getting bigger and bigger. I had no clue what it was. It literally looked like I was growing a horn or something, except rounded. After a while, it started to go down and form into a scab (for some reason). So here I am, with no clue what just happened,walking around with a gross scab on my forehead. The scab was slightly painful if I remember correctly, it was also extremely gross. Over time, the scar started to disappear and form into a fairly deep scar that I still have to this day. The scar has a few layers of deepness, but it is almost to bone level on one part. I never figured out what it was. So I ve been left with a scar since 2013 that I have no explanation for other than I had a lump that made me feel like I was turning into a unicorn. I do have pictures if need be. If you all have any clue what this was, please let me know. Thanks, Derek
Fri, 17 Mar 2023
Hi,
Without examining the lump, it is difficult to determine the exact cause. However, it is possible that the lump was a cyst, a benign growth that can occur anywhere on the body, including the forehead. Cysts can develop due to blockages of hair follicles or oil glands, and may start small and gradually grow larger. If the cyst becomes infected, it can lead to the formation of a scab as the body attempts to heal the area. It is also possible that the lump was the result of an injury or trauma to the area. If the lump or scab had any unusual features or did not heal normally, it is important to consult a doctor or dermatologist to rule out any potentially serious conditions.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Without examining the lump, it is difficult to determine the exact cause. However, it is possible that the lump was a cyst, a benign growth that can occur anywhere on the body, including the forehead. Cysts can develop due to blockages of hair follicles or oil glands, and may start small and gradually grow larger. If the cyst becomes infected, it can lead to the formation of a scab as the body attempts to heal the area. It is also possible that the lump was the result of an injury or trauma to the area. If the lump or scab had any unusual features or did not heal normally, it is important to consult a doctor or dermatologist to rule out any potentially serious conditions.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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