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Every time i seem to get a cut it takes a long time to heal and always leaves a scar, i know i'm not diabetic. is it my immune system that is weak?
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Antibiotic : Cuts can often become superficially infected and then take longer to heal and leave a mark. Using a topical antibiotic ointment like Bactroban (mupirocin) Ointment sometimes help speed wound healing. See a dermatologist for this issue.
Answered 6/24/2014
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Don't think so.: Scarring is a nl phenomen. Some people scar more than others. If wounds become infected they tend to scar more. If you become cut, wash the wound with soap and water, apply antibiotic ointment and keep it covered. Do this daily until the wound has healed.
Answered 9/29/2016
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