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2nd degree superficial
Hi, I have second degree superficial burn on my right leg and it did start healing after 2 weeks of regular bandaging. Now my wound is dry and skin seems to be peeling out, what does this mean
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Hi! Hope you are better now!! Peeling of adjacent skin is a sign of healing.  Do not worry about it. Also do not use strong antiseptic lotion like dettol/ savlon as it hampers the healing process.
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Use mild cleansers like cetaphil to clean the would and let it heal naturally now.
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