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How To Cure Dark Scars On Legs Caused By Rubber Bullets?

i have 3 or so darker ( light brown) scars on my legs from rubber bullets. two of themlook liek they could be mosquito bites, the third almost the size of a coin on my kneecap, rather looks like i fell over and grazed my skin quite badly. they are all over 2 years old. what do i do?
posted on Thu, 4 Sep 2014
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You seem to have developed several pigmented marks over the legs .
You should avoid rubbing or scratching the area .
Application of various lightening agents will surely help you .
Avoid application of mustard oil.
See s dermatologist to discuss other options like spot peeling and lasers .

Dr Geetika Paul
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How To Cure Dark Scars On Legs Caused By Rubber Bullets?

Hi You seem to have developed several pigmented marks over the legs . You should avoid rubbing or scratching the area . Application of various lightening agents will surely help you . Avoid application of mustard oil. See s dermatologist to discuss other options like spot peeling and lasers . Dr Geetika Paul