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There is this darker spot on lip after cold sore, will it ever go away?

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Dr. William Culviner answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Hyperpigmentation : It should fade over 3-6 month period.

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

There is this darker spot on lip after cold sore, will it ever go away?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. William Culviner answered

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