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To: kmiller1k; stlnative
Mast cells are immune cells that facilitate healing in wounded tissue by increasing blood flow to the site.

More anecdotal observations.

When I have surgery, the wound stays very red for a long time generally 6 months, but I heal with very little scar tissue.

65 posted on 08/02/2009 6:17:10 AM PDT by metmom (Welfare was never meant to be a career choice.)
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To: metmom

Me too. Had abdominal surgery almost two years ago. Scar is purple and ugly but smooth as any skin around it. Been wondering about thinking it would resolve after a year but still ugly. But smooth.


66 posted on 08/02/2009 12:25:43 PM PDT by kmiller1k (remain calm)
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