#Scar removal

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Whumptober No. 27!

Ellie One-Shot, Hurt/No Comfort, Scar Removal (ish)

Ellie was impulsive - sure - but she wasn’t dumb. If she was finally going to get rid of the scar, some planning was necessitated. And it was that planning that had her now sitting alone on her bathroom floor, bracing herself up against the sink vanity, ready to finally hack out the grotesque reminder of every horrible thing that happened in the last year. -- Ellie's first try at removing her scar is not with chemicals that burn her skin.

TW: Cutting/ Self-Injurious behaviors

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She had thought about it just enough to know she was going to do it, but not enough to talk herself out of it. 

Enough to take a bowl Joel wouldn’t miss from the kitchen.

Enough to go to the linen closet and grab the oldest towel in the house.

Enough to sneak into his bathroom a few days prior and steal a razor blade insert from the shaver he never used. 

And enough to wait for a day when he was on patrol. 

Ellie was impulsive - sure - but she wasn’t dumb. If she was finally going to get rid of the scar, some planning was necessitated. 

And it was that planning that had her now sitting alone on her bathroom floor, bracing herself up against the sink vanity, ready to finally hack out the grotesque reminder of every horrible thing that happened in the last year.  

She traces the small ridges over and over, finger pads delicately following the raised squiggles that branch out from the remaining teeth impressions. The longest is maybe five inches, but it’s hard to tell if perhaps there’s more of it - or any of them -  just burrowed down in her muscles and away from the surface of her skin. 

Ellie sucks in a deep breath as she clenches her fist and braces her forearm up against her bent knee. She grabs the small flashlight and clicks it on, the snap of the plastic echoing in her small bathroom. She sticks it between her teeth and angles it at her arm, before reaching up with her free hand to grab the small razor blade off the edge of the counter, eyeing it carefully as she retrieves it.

She turns the cool metal over in her fingers, trying to decide the best place to start while biting down on the small light to keep herself steady. She didn’t think she would be nervous, but subtle twinges of worry were slowly starting to bubble in her stomach. 

Ellie checks for the tweezers, towel, and bowl, again, all sitting next to her on the tile floor - just where she left them - perfectly in reach. 

She takes another breath as she turns her head back toward her arm. She unclenches her fist and wipes it along her jeans - her palm having gone quite sweaty - and then resumes the position. 

Don’t be a chicken. 

Ellie presses the blade to her skin and scrapes it down. It’s not anywhere near hard or deep enough, producing a scratch at most, barely slicing the top layer of skin. She shakes her head and rolls her eyes, feeling pretty dumb about the failure. 

“Come on Williams," she whispers to herself, the self-encouragement coming out jumbled with the light still firmly in place between her teeth. 

Without any second thought, she tries again, starting at her arm intensely as she touches the blade to her forearm, applying much more pressure this time. 

She waits till she sees her skin dip under the force and feels a prick of pain before dragging it down hard. There is some resistance she wasn’t expecting, but she just clenches her jaw and continues to cut. She only lifts the razor away once she’s made a several-inch long line that bisects a particularly dense area of mycelium strands. 

It doesn’t bleed immediately, and at first, she wonders if perhaps there is nothing there to bleed, that underneath it all, her arm is just totally taken over by fungus. 

When she sliced that crushed clicker on his forehead a year ago, that’s all there was - white threads tightly knitted across his skull. 

Is that what she looked like inside?

Part of her wanted to know, part of her didn’t. 

There isn’t much more time to think about though, only seconds later, the edges of the cut start to turn red, and then blood seeps up and through. She watches as it pools at the opening and then eventually breaks with tension, trailing down her arm. 

She’s so entranced by her own blood for a moment that she doesn't even go to stave it off, some of the crimson substance dripping down and falling on her jeans. 

She quickly shakes herself out of it and drops the razor into the bowl, thing metal clattering against the ceramic. She retrieves the towel and presses it firmly over the slice, screwing her eyes shut when the action immediately stings. 

Carefully she lifts the old tan towel away, raising just a couple of inches, while she leans her head to the side so the beam of the flashlight can catch the wound. It’s still bleeding - a lot- and Ellie quickly puts the towel back down over it. 

She casts a glance to the tweezers, then to her hand holding the towel, and then back again to the tweezers. 

Fuck. 

She lets her head fall back against the cabinet door with a thud, annoyed that she hadn’t really thought this part through enough. She wasn’t going to be able to see a goddamn thing - pull and dig at a goddamn thing - if it just kept bleeding. She only had one fucking hand now - not even the dominant one - and it could either hold the towel and wipe away blood, or it could hold the fucking tweezers.  

Ellie groans, feeling the frustration coil tighter in her chest, anger slowly brewing. The light flickers slightly as she grits her teeth, the flashlight still uncomfortably wedged between them. She doesn’t have time for this. 

Not that she has anywhere to be, but the longer she spends alone in the bathroom, the higher the risk becomes that Joel finds her carving up her arm - walking in on her randomly or breaking down the door when she doesn’t respond. 

She exhales sharply, releasing the towel for a moment, her gaze fixating on the blood that's now freely flowing from the gash. It’s a stark, vivid red against her pale skin. She’s never gotten woozy around blood, but for some reason the longer she stares at it the tighter her throat gets, a ball of anxiousness burgeoning. She quickly pushes the towel back over it, hoping that will also help the throbbing that’s begun. 

Sucking in a shaky breath, Ellie makes a decision. She pries away the towel again, yanking it a little this time as the fibers stick to her skin. She straightens up against the vanity, letting her legs kick out just a little so they aren’t so tightly coiled up to her chest, but still bent so she can break against them. She takes the towel and uses it to wipe at her, the rough texture scraping against her skin, and causing a burning sensation when it passes over the slice. Wincing, she blots at the wound carefully, trying to soak up as much as she can, before ultimately giving up. 

Holding her right arm away, Ellie uses her left to lay out the blood-stained towel over her thighs and lap, covering up her jeans. She puts her right arm back up against her leg. When she goes to make a fist this time, she can’t help but see that her hand is now shaking, something she tries hard to ignore, clamping the quivers away. 

Her heart hammers in her chest, a relentless drumbeat echoing in her ears. She picks up the tweezers, her left hand joining the right and now also softly trembling. Hands sweaty and wet with a little blood, combined with the quivers, they slip from her grasp, landing on her lap. 

“Fuck,” she mutters at the small inconvenience, and retrieves them, grasping the pair a bit tighter this time.  

With a determined squint, she aims the flashlight beam at her arm, the light bouncing off the crimson that now paints her skin. She pushes the tip of the tweezer into the edge of the slice and tries to push it away to see more inside, but it does little other than bring pain. Even with the flashlight, all she can really see is a lot of red.

Ellie grits her teeth, fighting back a cry of frustration and pain. She pushes the tweezers deeper, probing into her flesh. She could see the ridges from the right under her skin, yet, now it was open, they were somehow illusive. 

She pinches at random bits, feeling around for something. Each movement sends jolts of agony up her arm, but she doesn't relent, just grips her hand tighter, and tucks her chin into her chest whenever she hits something especially sensitive sending shock-like tingles up to her fingers. 

After a minute of fruitless probing, she takes a moment, letting her head drop back, and spitting the flashlight into her lap. She wiggles her jaw, stretching it after biting down so hard on the plastic, and takes the moment to blow out a deep breath through her lips, before sucking in another shake one. 

She knew it was going to hurt, but god that hurt like motherfucker. 

Ellie didn’t give herself a long reprieve at all, especially since she could feel the towel growing wet with more and more blood, it getting weighty and soaking through her thin jeans. She grabbed a slightly cleaner edge to the towel and wiped away the excess blood, before positing the the flashing light in her mouth again and grabbing the tweezers. 

This time, she can just make out the glint of something other than blood toward the bottom of the cut - mycelium.

She moves her head to have the light catch it better as she moves the tweezers in place to grasp at it. Determination sets in her jaw as she clamps the tweezers around one strand. It's slippery, and when she goes to tug it up, it falls from the ends of the tweezers snapping together with sharp metal twangs. 

Shit. 

She tries again, only to have the same thing happen again, although somehow it does elicit more pain this time that has her vision going blurry for just a second, making her pause. 

Screwing her eyes shut and then reopens them, before pushing her head closer to her arm, light and focus going closer.  

She can see another strand just poking out from the side, the majority of it still buried beneath her skin and not out in the open from the slice. She reaches for it with the tweezers, her movements are awkward and shaky, but as she tries to grab the white little fiber, it's like it senses her intention this time. The mycelium clearly wiggles and slips away, retreating back to the side and burrowing deeper into her flesh. 

Panic and horror flutter in Ellie’s chest. 

She was not expecting them to actually fucking move. 

For a moment, she wants to vomit. 

And then she just really wants them all fucking out.  

The scar no longer mattered; If the mycelium was alive within her, she was an extension of it. She was it. And if she was it... Jesus Christ. 

… Riley, Tess, Sam…

She was a harbinger of fucking death. 

Amongst the panic, and horror, and disgust, a wave of humiliation crashes into her, dumbstruck that she ever once believed she was some miracle cure. She nothing more than an infected. 

And she didn’t want to be - couldn’t be. 

Ellie drops the tweezers quickly and grabs the razor again, something almost primal taking over, a weird surge of adrenaline. She takes the sharp edge of the blade and pushes it into another smaller patch of raised mycelium ridges. She drags the metal till it cuts, before doing it again, and again. Four askew slices now paint her arm, all bleeding - maybe too profusely. 

It could be the adrenaline, but it doesn’t hurt all that much when she does it. And even if it did hurt, all Ellie really could process is the fact that the fungus is inside her, moving and living.

She frantically wipes some of the blood away, this time foregoing the towel entirely and just using her hand before grabbing the tweezers and diving in. 

Her heart beats so hard in her chest that it feels like it might break something and the way her ribcage rises and falls so noticeably begs the question if it's from her heart moving or her lungs. Her breaths are coming in more rushed and heavy, practically choking out of her mouth as she still holds the goddamn flashlight there. 

The light does help some, but Ellie also thinks the mycelium fibers, might actually be moving away from it. Even so, she can’t make herself spit out the light - now using it as something to bear down on as much as a tool. 

Her arm and hands are visibly shaking now, and she has to concentrate hard to position the tweezers where they need to go. Somehow, she manages to latch onto a strand revealed by one of the newer slices. She pinches the tweezers hard, with a mix of desperation and hope, making sure she really has a grip on the fiber. 

Her breath hitches as she pulls at it, but it's like tugging at a deeply rooted weed. The pain is blinding, a white-hot flash that threatens to swallow her consciousness. Her hand trembles violently, but she keeps pulling. It produces a deep pressure and strange burning sensation that ripples through her entire arm. She can feel her forearm muscles contracting, the cramping just adding yet another layer of intense discomfort. 

She screws her eye shut as she stomps her foot into the tile floor, trying to get some release from it all while still mustering through. Tears prick at her waterline. 

She screams in her throat as she pulls again, tweezers almost slipping from her fingers. Yet, it won't budge. It's entrenched in her, a part of her. It makes her stomach churn. 

She spits out the flashlight in frustration, and it clatters onto the bathroom floor, the beam dancing across the baseboards as it settles. Mouth-free, Ellie bites down hard, molars digging into each other as she tries again to keep pulling at the strand. 

About two inches of the mycelium string hangs out of the cut now, the rest still somewhere buried deep. She can see it wiggling in the grip of the tweezers ever so slightly and can feel another part of it somewhere deep trying to retract the rest of its length. It’s an entirely new feeling, that makes her head spin. 

She bangs her head against the back of the cabinet door, several times. She feels the sting, but it's nothing compared to everything else. She closes her eyes, sucks in a shaky breath, and then opens them with a renewed sense of determination. 

When her shaky hand pulls at the fiber again, it slides out just a little more,  scratching at her muscles, before going straight and tight. And then suddenly, it snaps. 

When it breaks, just a minuscule part is let in the mouth of the tweezers while the more considerable bit drops down to her arm lamely. Ellie watches in horror as the fiber twitches, and then slithers back inside of her, disappearing into the bloody mess of her wound. Frantically, she tries to catch it before it can completely disappear, but her large fingers in comparison aren’t able to grab at the small strand. 

A wave of nausea hits her, and her vision swims. The bathroom feels impossibly hot, and she can feel cold sweat beading on her forehead.

Angrily, she chucks the tweezers into the small bowl, the tiny bit of mycelium twitching around like a bug on the brink of death, as it lays discarded. 

Ellie leans back, sliding down a little, as she tries to take some controlled breaths. She can’t bring herself to look at her arm and instead trains her gaze forward on the old faded floral wallpaper. Ellie's breaths come in ragged gasps as she feels herself getting woozier, the blood loss starting to take its toll. She's aware of the blood still flowing, a warm, sticky presence on her skin. The room starts to spin, and she can feel her grip on consciousness loosening.

“Fuck.Shit.Fuck,” she mumbles as she hits her head back against the cabinet again, tears growing in her waterline, but not spilling over quite yet. 

“Great fucking job Williams.” Ellie slurs, her words sounding distant to her own ears. In a shock to even herself, her head slips and lolls forward for a second, vision flashing black for a second, until she tips her head back into place. The yellow light of the bathroom starts to become filled with something akin to little tiny stars and static, and Ellie knows she should be doing something, but her brain is all fuzzy, working a little slow. 

Her eyes drift down to her arm, and she actually doesn’t recognize it. She’s looking right at it, but it doesn’t feel like hers.

She swallows down hard and tries to focus. 

She takes the now very dirty and damp towel off her lap and bunches it up as much as possible in her left hand before weakly pressing it directly onto her forearm. The pain from the pressure is immediate, accompanied by more stars popping up in her vision, dancing about. 

When she gets used to them enough, Ellie attempts to make her way to standing. She bends her legs trying to get her feet to grasp the slick tile but it doesn’t do much, forcing her to roll onto her side and then get onto her knees. From there, she shakily tries to stand, but her balance is all without the use of her hands, making her body sway back and forth. She almost trips when she does it, and instinctively, her arms shoot out to brace against the bathroom counter. Even with her left hand and towel as a buffer, the pain is immense when her forearm connects with the countertop. 

Her mouth falls open, in shock, but no sound comes up. 

Hurtssofucking bad fuck.  

And just as the pain starts to subside a fraction, she’s jostled again, as the door opens and slams into her shoulder. 

It takes a minute for her brain to register what’s happening, head turning toward the doorway belatedly, eyes wide and glassy. Her gaze, blurred and unfocused, struggles to make out the figure standing in the doorway, a silhouette framed by the dim light of her bedroom. 

Her brain can’t grasp how someone is now here, with her. 

That was not supposed to happen. 

"Ellie?" The voice cuts through the haze, tinged with alarm.

Tommy. 

Her vision zeroes in, features coming into focus. 

Ellie takes a wobbly step back, letting him finish opening the door and step inside himself.  

The sight that greets him — all the blood, drops, and handprints of it everywhere,  Ellie's pale, sweat-soaked face — freezes him for a moment, leaving the two just standing, staring at each other dumbfounded. 

That is until Ellie’s knee gives out, almost crumbling down to the floor but manages to catch herself on the bathroom vanity, her left hand moving away from her right to keep herself up. The minute he sees her going down Tommy is jumping into action, grabbing her at the waist to keep her up. 

Holding her in his arms, Tommy tucks his chin into his chest so he can get a better vantage point to peer down her face. Her eyes are open but dazed, and her breathing seems a bit shallow. She tries to steady herself, but her legs are uncooperative, trembling, and unable to push up against the tile. 

“What the hell happened, Ellie?” Tommy all but whispers, his gaze scanning the chaos in the bathroom again before hoisting her up a little, so his arms better slip up and under her armpits. They are chest to chest, with her arms flipping out toward the side - the position isn’t great, but it’s keeping her from meeting the floor.  Her head lolls against his shoulder and the towel that was now on the ground, allowing her blood to drip onto the tiled floor, with a soft patter. 

Ellie tries to speak, but her words are lost in a raspy breath. She just shakes her head, unable to articulate anything other than, “I was just tryin’-“ before trailing off, her own eyes also wandering down to the pool of blood at her feet. 

Tommy doesn’t wait for the rest of the answer, and quickly pulls her from the bathroom, scooping her up into his arms the second he has room past the doorway. 

As he crosses the few paces to her bed, Ellie mumbles, ”I-I tried to... get it out," her voice a mere whisper, laced with pain and a delirium that frightens Tommy more than the blood by a long shot. 

Carefully, he drops her onto the bed, trying to protect her arm, but she still winces, sucking in a breath threw her teeth as her face contorts in pain. 

“Sorry, sorry,” Tommy apologizes softly, as he turns and leaves her, quite literally running out of her bedroom and to the hallway closet to retrieve more towels.

When he returns a fraction of a second later, Ellie’s just barely leaning over the side of her bed, dry heaving. Tommy rushes to Ellie's side, throwing the towels on the bed and plopping onto the edge of it next to her, his expression a mix of concern and urgency.

His hands hover for a second, unsure where to touch, afraid to cause her more pain, before falling down. He places one hand on her back while his other gently presses into her forehead, giving her something to brace against. 

"Hey, hey, easy now," he murmurs, trying to offer some comfort amidst the chaos. The heaving only lasts a minute or two, but it's a long torturous minute, very retch sending spikes of pain through her arm. “You’re okay, you’re okay, kiddo.” 

Ellie's response is nothing more than a weak nod, her body trembling. The blood seeps into the sheets, staining them a dark, ominous red.

"Okay, okay," Tommy mutters more to himself than to her, trying to gather his thoughts. When her body settles, he gently maneuvers her away from the edge of the bed, tipping her back over so she’s lying down. “Let me, um, let me see this,” he says lowly under his breath, almost lost as to what he should be doing for her right now.

With a lot of trepidation, he finds her wet bloody arm, and carefully grasps it at the wrist and elbow, moving it supine on the bed. He leans over her body to grab a towel and then gently places it over her arm. He quickly glances up to her face, only to find Ellie’s eyes closed. 

His heart clenches in his chest and his stomach bottoms out.

He doesn’t give her any warning, he presses down on the tool, both hands applying heaving pressure to the entirety of her small arm. Ellie's body stiffens, a throaty groan escaping her lips as her eyes flutter open. He watches her, his own breath held, his eyes scanning her face anxiously trying to read her reaction. But despite the pain he was surely causing her, Ellie’s face remained relatively deadpan, clearly dazed from blood loss. 

Tommy gently removes the towel, wincing at the sight of the deep, jagged cuts. ”What did you do, kid?" He softly says voice cracking with a mix of fear and sorrow, as he pushes the towel back into her arm.

He isn’t expecting her to answer, so when her small voice lands on his ears, he whips his head up, eyes meeting hers.

Her eyelids flutter, her voice barely a whisper. "I thought... I could fix it.”

“Fix what kid?” 

”I didn’t want it,” she slurs, eyes barely focusing on him. “-I didn’t to be it,” she finishes, shaking her head, weakly scratching it against her pillow. Her eyes close shut, and when they do, tears finally trickle out. 

“Okay, okay, that’s all right, kiddo,” Tommy replies, as he sucks in a shaky breath and lets one of his hands leave her arm. Delicately, he uses the back of his finger to wipe at the tears trailing down her cheek. 

“Tommy you hear yet?” 

Relief and fear crash into Tommy, as Joel’s booming voice calls up the stairs while the front door slams shut, rattling the entire house. 

“Joel!” He calls, the desperation clear in his voice, eyes flickering back and forth between the doorway and Ellie as he waits for Joel to make it up the stairs. 

He hears his brother’s boots clomping up the stairs, clearly with haste, and the minute he sees his silhouette in the doorway, Tommy can’t hold back, the rushed words stumbling from his mouth.

“I foun- ..I think she tried to kill herself.” 

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Comprehensive Guide to Acne Scar Removal Treatment

Understanding Acne Scars:

Acne scars can manifest in various forms — from shallow depressions to more prominent raised scars. The scars result from the skin’s attempt to heal after inflammation caused by acne breakouts. While they may fade over time, some scars persist and call for targeted treatment to achieve a smoother complexion.

Common Acne Scar Removal Treatments:

Topical Treatments:

● What They Are: Creams, gels, or ointments applied directly to the skin.

● How They Work: Topical treatments often contain ingredients like retinoids, vitamin C, and alpha hydroxy acids promoting cell turnover and collagen production.

● Effectiveness: Mild to moderate improvement; consistent use is key.

Chemical Peels:

● What They Are: Solutions containing acids applied to the skin to remove the top layer.

● How They Work: Peels exfoliate the skin, improving its texture and reducing the appearance of scars.

● Effectiveness: Effective for mild to moderate scars; multiple sessions may be required.

Microdermabrasion:

● What It Is: A non-invasive procedure that exfoliates the skin using a machine with fine crystals.

● How It Works: Removes the outer layer of skin, promoting the growth of new, smoother skin.

● Effectiveness: Suitable for mild scars; multiple sessions may be needed for optimal results.

Microneedling:

● What It Is: A minimally invasive procedure using a device with tiny needles to create micro-injuries in the skin.

● How It Works: Stimulates collagen production, improving the appearance of scars.

● Effectiveness: Effective for certain types of scars; may require multiple sessions.

Laser Therapy:

● What It Is: The use of lasers to target specific areas of the skin, promoting collagen production.

● How It Works: Helps improve the texture and color of scars.

● Effectiveness: Can be effective for various types of scars; multiple sessions may be necessary.

Dermal Fillers:

● What They Are: Injectables containing substances like hyaluronic acid to fill in depressed scars.

● How They Work: Adds volume to the skin, reducing the appearance of certain types of scars.

● Effectiveness: Temporary improvement; may require periodic injections.

Choosing the Right Acne Scar Removal Treatment:

The choice of acne scar removal treatment depends on factors such as the type of scars, their severity, and your skin type. Here are some considerations to help you decide:

● Type of Scars: Different treatments may be more effective for specific types of scars. For instance, raised scars may benefit from laser therapy, while depressed scars may respond well to fillers.

● Skin Type: Consider your skin type and any potential side effects associated with different treatments. Some procedures may not be suitable for individuals with certain skin conditions.

● Downtime: The amount of downtime or recovery time you can afford may influence your choice of treatment. Some procedures, like microneedling, may have minimal downtime, while others, such as laser therapy, may require more recovery time.

● Consultation: Consult with a dermatologist or skincare professional to assess your scars and discuss the most suitable treatment options for your specific case.

Acne Scar Treatment Near Me:

Finding a reliable acne scar treatment near me is crucial for convenience and accessibility. Here’s how you can locate acne scar treatment services nearby:

● Online Search: Use online search engines to find dermatologists, skincare clinics, or aesthetic centers in your vicinity that offer acne scar treatment services.

● Patient Reviews: Reading patient reviews can provide insights into the effectiveness and customer satisfaction of different treatment providers. Look for positive reviews and testimonials.

● Referrals: Ask friends, family, or colleagues if they have had successful experiences with acne scar treatment in your area. Personal referrals can be valuable in finding trustworthy professionals.

Acne Scar Removal Cost:

The cost of acne scar removal can vary based on the type of treatment, the scars’ severity, and the clinic’s location. Here’s a general overview of the costs associated with common acne scar removal treatments:

1. Topical Treatments: Over-the-counter or prescription topical treatments are generally more affordable, ranging from a few hundred to a couple of thousand rupees, depending on the product.

2. Professional Treatments: Procedures like chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and laser therapy may have higher costs. Prices can range from a few thousand to several thousand rupees per session.

3. Injectables (Dermal Fillers): The cost of dermal fillers can vary based on the type of filler used and the number of injections required. Prices may range from a few thousand to several thousand rupees per session.

4. Consultation Fees: Keep in mind that consultation fees for dermatologists or skin care professionals may also be applicable. Consultation fees can vary but usually range from a few hundred to a thousand rupees.

Achieving smoother, scar-free skin is within reach with the array of acne scar removal treatments available today. Whether you opt for topical treatments, chemical peels, laser therapy, or dermal fillers, the key is to make an informed decision based on your specific needs and preferences. With the right approach and professional guidance, you can bid farewell to acne scars and embrace clearer, more confident skin. The journey to skin renewal starts here! If you are looking for affordable acne scar removal treatments, get in touch with Clinic Dermatech.

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Keeping your skin healthy is tough nowadays due to pollution and diet changes. Among various skin problems, acne scars can be the most bothersome. The good news is there are effective treatments available to restore your skin's natural glow. If you're in Singapore and want to know about getting rid of acne scars, this blog can help. But before that, understand what causes the acne scars.

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