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A member asked:

If the dry black scars after chicken poxs by mistake got scratched by hands does it makes a permanent scars?

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Dr. Barry Lycka answered

Specializes in Dermatology

They can: It is advised not to pick or scratch.

Answered 3/26/2013

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