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What Could White Dots On Knee Scars Suggest?

fell down about 3-4 months ago and my knee received a very bad gash. It is healed but on the scar I have noticed white dots forming. They don t hurt. I popped one and a pimple like substance came out. Are they dangerous? Should I consulat my family doctor?
Mon, 11 May 2015
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Hello,
Welcome, and thanks for sharing your concern
I went through your query, and I feel, these could be sign of infection, so its good to see your doctor with this concern and get yourself examined.
I hope my advice would have been useful, in decision making regarding your treatment, still if you have any clarifications or doubts feel free to contact back.
Thanks.
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What Could White Dots On Knee Scars Suggest?

Hello, Welcome, and thanks for sharing your concern I went through your query, and I feel, these could be sign of infection, so its good to see your doctor with this concern and get yourself examined. I hope my advice would have been useful, in decision making regarding your treatment, still if you have any clarifications or doubts feel free to contact back. Thanks.