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Depressed scar and keloid after mole removal - how to treat it? (Photos)

beautyspot_gApr 22, 2018
I've received this keloid and at the same time depressed scar from mole removal. The scar is fresh and I want to start treating it asap. What disturbs me the most is the keloid. Any suggestions?

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