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How can i get rid of boil scars please need help?
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Difficult: It depends on the size and location. To start with always keep them protected from the sun which can darken scars. Apply a retinoin like tazorac (tazarotene) to improve the skin discoloration and texture. Also finally you can consider laser resurfacing.
Answered 5/8/2017
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