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Minor steam burn

2017-12-20 13:20:24
I have a minor burn from steamer on left arm.. It was red first day and on second day it swelled little or less than half inch might be containing water in skin... I applied hydroheal gel over it.. Which proper cream should I apply?
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No cream is required as long as the skin is intact..!! If the blister gets ruptured, the fluid will be drained out. Just apply a Bactigrass dressing or Neosporin or Mupirocin cream. Pls visit a plastic surgeon for a consultation and proper guidance..!! Thanks.
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