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I got a cold sore a few days ago and it already scabbed but the skin around the scab is peeling and looks pink but my lip is brown. what should i do?

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Dr. Martin Raff answered

Leave it alone: This will eventually heal and the tissues will all be the same color again. If you find this embarrassing you might make up a funny story to jokingly explain the color differences (I was kissed by an angel). Good luck.

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 6/5/2014

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A member asked:

I got a cold sore a few days ago and it already scabbed but the skin around the scab is peeling and looks pink but my lip is brown. what should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Raff answered

Dr Singh agreed

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