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Q: How to remove stains after nose cauterized - excessive mucus dra
asked by: DoctorQuestion on September 1st, 2007
My daughter had ner nose cauterized and due to excessive mucus drainage she ended up with dark brown staining under her nose. How can we remove these stains?


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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD
replied on November 28th, 2007
Diagnostic Techniques, Treatments Answer A3347
If the “brown staining” that you describe is a scar caused by cauterization, it doesn’t seem likely that it will vanish spontaneously. However, it may become less visible in time. You can consult a dermatologist first and perhaps plastic surgeon later if necessary, about the stains.






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