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Kumkum mark on forehead
Hi Dr. 4 months back I used kumkum from a temple and ever since then the red color stain on my forehead is not going..i tried coconut oil,castor oil and other home remixes.. but the stain is still there..no signs of itching or redness ..any solution?
I have no compliant of any chronic illness
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Kumkum allergy has most probably produced pigmentation
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can be treated. stop kumkum fully. consult with pictures of the affected area in private consult
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You are suffering from allergic contact dermatitis causing the mark.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment
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