A member asked:

I have developed a dull red patch at the spot where i had a yello centred small ulcer on lips. is it normal?

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Dr. Julie Abbott answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

Yes..: When an ulcer is in the process of healing, inflammatory cells congregate along with small blood vessels and they can cause a persistent redness. It may take some time to fade...months to a year or more. Vigorously protect from the sun...this area can burn easily.

Answered 6/30/2015

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