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Used Undiluted Savlon On Forehead To Treat Pimple. What Is Shiny Reddened Area There Instead?

Hello, I used undiluted Savlon on my forehead to treat a pimple . I have done this before, but this time i dabbed a pretty large quantity of it with a cotton ball and actually left the cotton sticking on my forehead overnight. This happened last night. Now I have a little bumpy, shiny, and slightly reddened area where I used it. Will this darken and leave a scar behind? What should I treat it with. Please suggest.
Fri, 19 Oct 2012
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Hi ,



Thanks for writing in.

The condition you are suffering is Allergic contact dermatitis .

It has occured due to savlon use.



You can use hydrocortisone cream over the area

Also supportive oral tablets containing vitamin C can be helpful.

When treated early in the course ,it will not lead to mark or scar.



Please consult a good dermatologist for proper examination and prescription medications.



Hope this helps.

Regards



DrSudarshan

MD

Dermatologist
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Used Undiluted Savlon On Forehead To Treat Pimple. What Is Shiny Reddened Area There Instead?

Hi , Thanks for writing in. The condition you are suffering is Allergic contact dermatitis . It has occured due to savlon use. You can use hydrocortisone cream over the area Also supportive oral tablets containing vitamin C can be helpful. When treated early in the course ,it will not lead to mark or scar. Please consult a good dermatologist for proper examination and prescription medications. Hope this helps. Regards DrSudarshan MD Dermatologist