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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 ...
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What are scabs and how do they heal?

Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD Key Takeaways Scabs form to protect and heal a wound by covering it with a dry, ...