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Mango sap - mark on face
My 2 years old daughter has exposed herself to mango sap while playing. The mango sap (mango acid) has left Mark on her face. Please suggest some cream/ointment for preventing it from becoming a scar. I have attached the photo for your reference.
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The main issue now is to prevent infection
Based on her age make sure vaccinations are upto date
Clean the area with drinking water and apply any antiseptic ointment
Allow it to heal fully
Next Steps
Once healed consult online with a plastic surgeon for reducing the scar
Health Tips
Avoid sunlight exposure during the healing period
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For now you should clean the area thoroughly under running water. Apply some ice wrapped in a cotton cloth to reduce inflammation.
To prevent residual pigmentation during healing consult online.
Next Steps
Online consult
Health Tips
Apply ice wrapped in clean cotton cloth
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Looks like a reaction to the mango sap. Treatable. Better to treat early and properly as it can leave pigmentation behind.
Next Steps
Consult online for proper guided treatment.
Health Tips
Avoid self medication, especially in a child.
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