I had a dermatofibroma removed from my right thigh. The stitches split open and it was left to heal by secondary intention. The operation was 6 or 7 weeks ago. I’m very worried about the cosmetic outcome- will it stay purple? What can I do?
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October 6, 2023
Answer: Recommend doing a laser treatment and a chemical peel to even out skin tone
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