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Can I regrow hair after mole removal on the scalp? (Photos)

luntanaSep 2, 2018
I removed a mole on my head over 5 weeks ago. It was small and never thiught it would make a problem with the follicales. PLease see the picture amd advise me best to what my options are to regrow hair. This look horrible and i love to keep my hair short.

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