What Does An Identation On Leg Indicate?

Posted on Tue, 19 Aug 2014

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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.

Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (5 hours later)

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.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar