I'm really worried about these garlic burns on my face - are they going to be temporary or could they end up being permanent scars? How long does it usually take for something like this to heal? And if you have any natural remedies that could help, I'd really appreciate it.

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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4+ Yrs

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Kojiglo cream for local application for atleast 3 weeks is advised.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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