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This cut is deep, maybe 1-2 centimeters, ,when i saw the doctor a week ago, he said to keep it dry and i have. its just open and wont heal.

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Dr. Harold Fields answered

Healing : You should see the surgeon again if you are still dissatisfied at the rate of healing. Good Luck

Answered 12/26/2017

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A member asked:

This cut is deep, maybe 1-2 centimeters, ,when i saw the doctor a week ago, he said to keep it dry and i have. its just open and wont heal.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Harold Fields answered

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