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I fell on my knee and i got a sore with a scab on it. it healed but it left red scar. it's been 5. months and it is still there ..why?
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It is not uncommon a scar has a red pink or rose pink color.
Answered 4/25/2022
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Takes 4 months for a red or pink scar to begin to fade and 10 to 12 months to reach an endpoint. Silicon dressings or gel can help speed the process
Answered 5/6/2022
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