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How long for deep scratch lines to go away on leg surface?
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2-4 weeks: Likely will resolve completely by 2-4 weeks. However, dependent on the cause and your rate of healing, it may be shorter or longer than this. Hope this helps.
Answered 1/13/2018
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Scratch marks: They can take weeks and even months to disappear. On occasion they may leave permanent marks. Good Luck
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