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Hi i had a spot that was picked and now i have a scab. how d i get rid of it?
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Hydration : Apply moisturizing cream or lotions or topical antibiotic TID
Answered 5/27/2015
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Time: Leave it alone for a few days, and the scab will fall off. Best of luck!
Answered 5/27/2015
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Leave it alone: and it will heal If you pick at it it will not heal and you may end up with a nasty scar.
Answered 5/27/2015
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Time: Give it a few days to heal. Water is good for it. Lubricate with vaseline or Aquaphor. Avoid antiseptics and antibiotic creams. If you pick off a scab it will still heal just as well. Picking a scab off a wound does NOT cause a scar.
Answered 5/27/2015
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