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On my cheak i have a red almost rashy type abrasion. its been there now for almost 3 years under my left eye. i can post a pic but unsure how.

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Dr. Christopher Marek answered

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A picture would help: It would be pretty unusual to have a facial abrasion that hasn't healed in 3 years. If the area isn't raw just red in color it could be something else. A vascular lesion, or even a pre-cancer or early skin cancer. Your best bet would be to have it evaluated by your doctor or a dermatologist.

Answered 3/26/2015

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A member asked:

On my cheak i have a red almost rashy type abrasion. its been there now for almost 3 years under my left eye. i can post a pic but unsure how.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christopher Marek answered

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