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Just had a mole removed. Best way to minimize scarring? (photo)

January 26, 2017
Asked By:anon101234 in Calgary, AB

I just had a mole removed on my lower leg today. I currently have a band-aid covering it, but I wanted to know how I should care for it in order to minimize scarring, as I do scar easily. My dermatologist gave me an information sheet telling me to keep it covered for 10 - 14 days, but is there anything else I can do?

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