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Teenager. Light Yellow Scab On Back Looking Like Burn Mark From Cigarette. Any Idea?
Hello, I'm sixteen and have found a scab on my back. It looks as if it is a burn mark from a cigarette but it isn't and I don't remember anything happening that could've caused this. It's just a scab and no more painful than any ordinary one but I've been told it looks a-bit yellow but due to its position I can't see. Do you have any idea what this is and how it was caused?
Sat, 8 Jun 2013
Hello,
From what you say, we are not very entirely clear about the appearance of the scab.
Well it could be a cigarette burn scab or a scab from a slight abrasion or insect wound after you have scratched it.
We do not play a guessing game here. Please meet a dermatologist and he may clear you of your doubts.
It may not be a serious problem but then any skin changes which are of doubtful nature surely require a doctor's visit.
Hope this helps.
From what you say, we are not very entirely clear about the appearance of the scab.
Well it could be a cigarette burn scab or a scab from a slight abrasion or insect wound after you have scratched it.
We do not play a guessing game here. Please meet a dermatologist and he may clear you of your doubts.
It may not be a serious problem but then any skin changes which are of doubtful nature surely require a doctor's visit.
Hope this helps.
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