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Healing a Scab After Surgery

Don't pick at the scab, as it might slow healing and cause scars. Watch for infection signs, like pus, bad odor, fever, or ...
Scabs get a bad reputation because they’re dry, crusty, and inconvenient, but they are one of the body’s most effective protection systems. From a biological standpoint, a scab is your skin’s ...