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How long does a scab take to form on a small scrape on the palm of my hand? fingernail scratched off top layer of skin, little/no blood, used betadine
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May not have 1: The hand is a good healer & u may not develop a scab. Keep clean with soap & water and leave it open 2 the air & it will do fine.
Answered 7/24/2013
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