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Can you tell me how to heal a red cracked scab that is on my face?

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Dr. Todd Sisto answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Can't imagine: what that would be from your description. It's not unlikely that a biopsy is your best bet

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 5/27/2015

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