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I've had a sore like spot on the bottom inside of my right nostril for over a year now, it seems to never heal. it scabs but doesn't totally heal why?

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Dr. Olakitan Akinjagunla answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ulcer: For a sore that is not healing,you need to see a dermatologist. It could be because the sure is being picked at or related to other causes that would need treatment.

Answered 8/12/2018

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A member asked:

I've had a sore like spot on the bottom inside of my right nostril for over a year now, it seems to never heal. it scabs but doesn't totally heal why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Olakitan Akinjagunla answered

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