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I over waxed my armpits and one still has a bruise or dark spot and it's been a week. they usually disappear in a couple of days. should i just be pat?

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Dr. Malini Shah answered

Bruise: Bruise can take upto 3 weeks to go depending on how much blood is under the skin. Will definitely go away if the immunity is intact.

Answered 5/15/2016

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A member asked:

I over waxed my armpits and one still has a bruise or dark spot and it's been a week. they usually disappear in a couple of days. should i just be pat?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Malini Shah answered

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