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Why are my scars not suitable for surgical scar revision? (photo)

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These are the resultant scars from leg lengthening surgery nearly 2 years ago. After 2 consultations one doctor preferred laser and the other didn't think laser would help recommending hydroquinone/retinol/glycolic acid instead. Under normal circumstances my wounds heal very well (my other scars have no discoloration). But due to the nature of this surgery, the wounds were exposed for a long period of time and the scars turned out to be very dark. It's only the discoloration that bothers me.

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