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

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
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Answered on Jun 5, 2018
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