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How long does it take for positive ppd to go away?
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TUBERCULIN POSITIVE:: If read positive, it can take about a week afterwards to diminish slowly. Sometimes it can cause a blister when there is strong positive result, can have a thin scab or dry skin with some itching.
Answered 9/28/2016
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