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Burn Mark not going away
A couple months ago i was naive and let one of my friend burn me with a lighter, i was stupid and regret it. i did nothing and kind of just left it, it scabbed then made a bump and the bump is still there. what should i do?
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hello.... you have either developed a keloid or a hypertrophic scar. both are formed due to excess tissue formation after an injury.
best treatment for these is intralesional steroid. you can visit a dermatologist and get these injections. these will reduce your scar.
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