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Recurring Red Dot In Hairline, Next To Brown Mole. What Could This Be?
Hi, I have a small red dot in my hairline. I ve had this once or twice before, and it s gone away. This one has been there for about 3 weeks now. First thought would be acne/ pimples , but it is a lot brighter of a red than any other pimples I get. It is right next to an old one that is now brown, almost like a small mole/ freckle . I do not have bad acne, and when I do it s not in my hairline like this. What could this be?
Sat, 7 Sep 2013
Hi.recurring red spot on the scalp is called granuloma pyogenicum.it looks like pimple with blood in it.if we pop it we get gush of blood.then again fills up.this can be due to any injury or peeling of skin due to repeated scratching.it can be cured by electrocautery .after it use a topical antibiotic and vitamin c tablet to prevent recurrences
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