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How can i tell if my scraped elbow is healing properly?

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Dr. Mark Rekant answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Less pain: If you elbow wound or area is becoming less painful and smaller in size, things are going well. Typically, the skin will heal over several weeks depending on the size of the scrap.

Answered 4/24/2015

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