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this looks like localized morphea and needs a cosmetic dermatologist with expertise for improvement. I suggest you see an expert. Best, Dr. Emer.
As stated by the other physician in this forum you have pretty classic morphed-en coup de sabre. It is an autoimmune condition that is a localized variant of scleroderma. You should have an evaluation by a dermatologist with an interest in connective tissue diseases and autoimmune conditions.
The picture is not of good quality. Forehead veins can be treated safely and with excellent cosmetic results by either sclerotherapy, removal through tiny incisions or a combination of both.
Thank you for your question.The picture is poor quality but I see a vein left side of the picture (right forehead). It looks like a varicose vein.Manny options are available, some of which are microphlebectomy or sclerotherapy, among others.Best to see a vein specialist who has experience with these. Best,Dr. Karamanoukian
You are correct: the brownish staining you see is from hemosiderin. This is produced when hemoglobin is broken down, which is why you see the same color change as a bruise fades. The blood that is clotted in a vein after sclerotherapy takes much longer to be broken down, however, as you have...
"Broken capillaries" are very common on the face and are usually treated by a vascular laser. When they are on the legs they are known as "spider veins". The gold standard treatment for leg veins is usually sclerotherapy, although laser can be used as well. I would recommend...
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