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Are tiny holes after stitches removed (Mohs surgery) normal?

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every name is takenMay 31, 2018

had the surgery one week ago, stitches removed yesterday (one week). looks good, slightly red, which i think will disappear with time. Small holes from what i think are th stitches. Will these disappear in time? Is this normal. Thanks.

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Dr. Timothy W. Chang, MD, FAAD
Dr. Timothy W. Chang, MD, FAAD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Answered on Jun 5, 2018
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