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I have scars across my shoulder and upper chest from shingles blusters. will mederma or cocoa butter help fade them? thank you.

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Dr. John Goldman answered

May not fade complet: It may not fade completely ever.

Dr Kuitems and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

I have scars across my shoulder and upper chest from shingles blusters. will mederma or cocoa butter help fade them? thank you.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Goldman answered

Dr Kuitems and 5 doctors agreed

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