A 18-year-old female asked:
I picked at a clogged pore (not really a pimple) and the scab fell off. now there is a red mark on my face and its been here for over a month. scar?
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Dr. Nancy Simpkinsanswered
39 years experience
Will heal: Although it is still there, it will heal. Give it time! maybe put some arnica gel on it to increase healing.
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