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When does the flaking ultimately stop? Or does it stop only if you stop Cosmelan 2?

Cosmelan 2 causes redness and peeling. We are adviced to continue cosmelan 2 even when there is active peeling. 

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Dr. Karthik Ram, MRCS, DNB
Dr. Karthik Ram, MRCS, DNB
Plastic Surgeon
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