How can I get rid of the purple/red color scar that isn't raised? It doesn't hurt and it took a while to heal. (Photo)

August 31, 2014
Asked By:nicolea964 in Stamford, CT

My dog's leash grazed my leg and it got infected so i went to the hospital. The doctors called it a laseration. the scar is a purple color but its not raised. the scar does not hurt and it took a while to heal. This happened around the end of june.

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September 3, 2014

Answer: Scar Needs To Heal

September 3, 2014

Answer: Scar Needs To Heal

September 3, 2014

Answer: Appearance of scar one month after unsutured laceration.

September 3, 2014

Answer: Appearance of scar one month after unsutured laceration.

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