<s>[INST] I was stabbed in the forehead with a broken glass bottle and rushed to the ER. When the doctors stitched me up they told my cousin that I had a hairline fracture. My forehead is now swollen as if I were allergic to bees and was stung on the forehead. How long will it take my face to go back to normal? Thank you. [/INST] Hello, I have studied your case. A hairline fracture in the scalp can take up to six weeks for healing. You need to apply ice and avoid using any tight pillow or support for your head.  If there is any itching then you need to contact your skin specialist as this is not related to fracture. It can be due to hair oil or scalp oil. For swelling, you can take Broken tablet for pain relief. I hope these steps will be helpful for you. Let me know if there is any other followup questions. Thanks </s>