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A week ago i scratched mm jaw line real hard i have had zoster for about seven months now i have a scar is it becaue of the scratching ii am so worrie?
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See a dermatologist: The best person to address this would be a skin specialist. A dermatologist, or perhaps a plastic surgeon could give you a good assessment. Good luck and best wishes.
Answered 6/13/2014
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