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If you keep reopening a wound and slow it's healing, does that make it more likely for you to develop a permanent visible scar?
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Yes..!: with increasing risk of infection as well
Answered 7/9/2017
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Yes: May expose to risk of infection which can further increase scarring. However if there is concern about the scarring when it has developed you may be able to consult a cosmetic doctor or plastic surgeon licensed in your area to look at options if there are cosmetic concerns.
Answered 7/10/2017
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Well: If you keep ripening a wound you may hinder the healing process and either heal very poorly or not at all you can cause a lot of damage potentially. Let the area heal and do not touch it
Answered 7/10/2017
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