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I picked a scab from below my nose and it tore the skin off. how do i help it heal quickly?

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Dr. Michael Fisher answered

Skin Wound: Keep the area moist with aquaphor oinment. The skin heals faster when it is kept moist.

Answered 8/5/2013

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A member asked:

I picked a scab from below my nose and it tore the skin off. how do i help it heal quickly?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Fisher answered

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