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How To Treat Tenderness On Leg Caused Due To Injured Birthmark?

I have a birthmark on my leg. I was shaving the hair on my leg and I accidently knicked the skin and it bled for a bit and when it dried it formed a crust. It is now tender and feels warm to the touch. I would like to have it looked at . Do I see a dermatologist or my primary doctor?
Fri, 23 Oct 2015
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Hi Dear ,

As per your query you have birth mark on your leg , which accidently got injured and become tender . Well it seems to me that the wound got infected and become tender . I would suggest you to to clean the wound with detol or betadine and apply overy the counter antiseptic cream . Also apply warm compresses on the affected area , Take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and swelling . If condition doesn't get better or get worse in 1-2 days then consult dermatologists for proper diagnosis . Doctor may clean the wound with hydrogen peroxide , prescribe antibiotics at least for 5 days along with anti inflammatory .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How To Treat Tenderness On Leg Caused Due To Injured Birthmark?

Hi Dear , As per your query you have birth mark on your leg , which accidently got injured and become tender . Well it seems to me that the wound got infected and become tender . I would suggest you to to clean the wound with detol or betadine and apply overy the counter antiseptic cream . Also apply warm compresses on the affected area , Take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and swelling . If condition doesn t get better or get worse in 1-2 days then consult dermatologists for proper diagnosis . Doctor may clean the wound with hydrogen peroxide , prescribe antibiotics at least for 5 days along with anti inflammatory . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari