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Skin torn by wax
A wax drop last on babies skin I couldn't see. It last for 5 hours . After that I saw that side area was got red and swelling then I saw the wax it was not easily removable so I applied oil on it and just remove it by using my nail after that I saw the skin is torn. I am concern about the skin torn due to the nail or due to the wax reaction I couldn't understand.I have given him syrup Atarax but I am worried though the wax is completly removed from his hand or it is still there I have already applied petrolium jelly on wound 4 times and wiped it with soft cloth. What to do?
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From what you’ve described, it is possible that it was a blister due to hot wax which popped out.
Could you please upload a clear picture of the wound..
For now, maintain good hygiene. Avoid rubbing the wound forcefully while cleaning. Gently clean it with a sterile cloth or sterile gauze and apply T-Bact ointment..
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Skin breach can be from either nail injury or hot wax droplet. But don’t apply too much petroleum jelly, as the wound can get infected.
Get it examined by a Pediatrician once. If it is painful you can give Ibugesic syrup for the same.
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