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A member asked:
Had a cold sore beside the lips 2 months ago, ever since it healed there's been a red mark left over. am i going to have this forever?
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Early scar: The red spot may be an early scar. If the lesion wasn't too deep, the spot will probably fade but it will take 6-12 months.
Answered 2/28/2021
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