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Should I apply gels or ointments on a burn? Do they help? If so, what kind should I use?

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Yes... Treatment depends on the type and severity of injury...Do direct online consultation by sending photos for accurate diagnosis and treatment. ...  Read More

12 years ago My sister is burn so suggest some best doctor for u, your skin is showing not good so please help me

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Homoeopathic medicines are helpful in burns ...  Read More

I burnt my skin caused by contact with boiling water and hot utensil in which water was there. It has been 30 hours since the burn and I now have a dark red mark on my inner forearm (midway between wrist and elbow), along with blister formation within the dark red marks. What ointment can I apply on the area with the blister, and what can I use to

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Don't worry it can be cleared.....Do direct private online consultation for detailed prescription. ...  Read More

While undergoing waxing on my hands, I had wax burns. I applied alovera gels for few weeks.It has now healed but there are dark patches where there was wax burns.Will the dark patches fade away and how long does it usually take or is there any medication/treatment we need to do

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Kindly consult online with relevant photographs for proper diagnosis and management ...  Read More

I am burn on back and there is sign of burn how it get recovered. Please provide me the best treatments.

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Consult online for further treatment ...  Read More

I hv burn scar before one month there is a fire accident at my home....it is superfacial burn only first layer of skin is burnt

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Hi If you still have a colour change over the face after 1 month, then it may Need some attention by a dermatologist. If the skin is normal then there is no need to seek attention. Use a sunscreen t ...  Read More

I have burn scars on my hands and neck .i need treatment to remove those scars.its 5years old scars both second and third degree burns.wounds are already healed but left with scars.

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ILS therapy is good option for u ...  Read More

I suffered slight burn on neck and arms due to oil. Took azithromycin. Is it fine. Or should I take some other antibiotics

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Silver sulfadiazine ointment for local application ...  Read More

Hi I need to know the best place to get my burn scars treated This scar is due to accident during cooking

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Treatment of scar depends on the severity... for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos ...  Read More

I have skin burn after applying ringozone ointment due to which I am having irritation and inflammation. Kindly suggest some cooling antibiotic ointment for the same.

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No need to worry Definitive Treatment available with very good results Kindly take online consultation. ...  Read More

Whenever I go out my skin burns like anything even after applying sunscreen. Specially my hands burn a lot while exposed to the sun This has started recently It was not there before.

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  Read More

I had a second degree burn 70 ago because of oil. It healed in two weeks. I still have little area where I have little redness. Skin texture is good. I used regen d and SSD initially. I am worried about the repigmentation. There is a very little pigmentation that came back across borders and most of the area is still pale. I am using Shea butter, c

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

My son has suffered from oil burn in his back,now the burned area has Keloid...Is there any treatment to flatten the skin? Any suggestions?

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  Read More

I got a burn due to chemical peel. Whether i will get new skin please help me how to get rid of the scar . Screenshot attached

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Having minor burn from hot water spill(attached photo). Is cold water cleaning->coconut oil->vicco turmeric applying 2 times a day sufficient for the skin to recover in 1week? Need to travel in 1 week.

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This looks manageable and should heal well with proper care 😊 Please avoid applying multiple creams or oils blindly on burns. Do consult once I’ll guide you with the right dressing and t ...  Read More

My mother is on Anti VEGF injection for past 2 years ...can we have a permanent solution to get rid of off these injection...or any alternative treatment...she was on steroids for past 10 years ...but due to complications of steroids we shift her to Anti VEGF but not satisfied with this want a permanent solution for this

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Please consult vitreo retina surgeon for detailed eye examination and further management ...  Read More

My hands skin burn due to hot tea . Is there any solution to remove dark patch.

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Can help you,, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Hey Doctors, I have pigmentation, burn marks, and ingrown hair issues on my legs (image attached). A doctor friend suggested glycolic acid peel. Is this the right treatment? How many sessions are needed, what’s the cost, and is it available near Sector 14, Gurgaon? Thanks.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Can severe burn injury treated via ayurvedic, my sister has got burn injury in legs and she got discharged in 10 days to take ayurvedic treatment

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

My leg was burned by my bike’s silencer pipe and the skin on the upper part came off. The wound is a little below my knee. Currently, I am taking antibiotic tablets twice a day and applying Silverex gel. I am also covering the wound with Medifine paraffin gauze. When I stay at home, I sometimes think of leaving the wound open with the medicin

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This looks like a partial-thickness burn. Based on what you described, your current treatment (antibiotics, Silverex Gel, and paraffin gauze dressing) is a common approach. For burn wounds, it is us ...  Read More

My skin got burned by a motorcycle silencer pipe. Currently I am using Silverex and taking an antibiotic tablet. However, I have not taken a tetanus vaccine for this injury. The last tetanus 0.5 ml vaccine I took was on 24 October 2025 because of a dog's nail scratch. This burn happened on 7 March 2026. Do I need to take the tetanus vaccine again n

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No need to take Td vaccine. Use an hydrogel for faster healing and pain relief ...  Read More

Dear Doctors, I have stomach burn and gas/flatulance problem from 3 years due to which weight reduced by 20 kg. 15 in 6 months and 5 in 2 years. Yook ayurvedic, homeopathy and allopathic treatment, but no improvement was observed. Finally Reckeweg R5 is helping me in but the condition is still not completely cured. It's been 1.5 months, will it be

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I would strongly advise you to stop switching between different treatments and doctors. Your body is not something to experiment with or manage based on social media advice. Consistency in treatment i ...  Read More

I had chest tightess and chest burn ... they took ecg and high sensitivity troponin test ... it was normal .. after that i consulted gastroenterologist.. he gave me nexpro 40 and kinipride for 10 days ... my symptoms reduced ... still mild tightness is there sometimes .. what to do

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

I have applied veet and suffer burns inside and outside vaginal area..I have redness, pain and inflammation...skin burns .. please suggest some ointment and medication

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This needs urgent care, kindly share a clear picture of affected area in good lighting, also detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your treatment ...  Read More

I am experiencing veet burns , inflammation and redness inside and outer area of vagina pain is also there.please suggest some ointment and medication

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Connect for prescription ...  Read More

I have apply veet and I experience burns in vagina inside and outside area..my skin burns and inflamed.kindly suggest some ointment and medication please for relief.

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Please connect for prescription ...  Read More

I am having a burn spot on the head of the penis. Have tried few medication but it's not helping. It's more than 5 months. It happened due to some hot wax falling over there. There is no itching or discomfort but overall look is not good due to those spots. Is there a way to get it corrected?

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Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting, also detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment as skin over genitalia is sensitive ...  Read More

It burns really bad, frequent urges to pee, no other symptoms. Has been happening for 2-3days, really bad burning today, I get relief when I am peeing.

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Can be urine tract infection..need evaluation and management.. connect for discussion ...  Read More

I got 20% burn on leg below knee calf area, inner tigh, little buttocks, groin and below yummy button, however skin closed there is raised dark pigmentation where itching and little tingling is there in movement however getting less... May I use silicone sheets or any other cream, it is 2 months now from water burn

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Burns require antibiotics if there are chances of infection Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I have a visible burn scar on my hand caused by a candle and needle. I wrote “AMMA” on my hand. One burn is recent and a similar injury happened last year. It is affecting me emotionally. Is it possible to reduce or remove this scar? What treatment options are available? I have attached a photo for reference. Please advise.

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"Scar Fade they dont heal" unless you excise them You will need CO2 laser & other rejuvination procedure ...  Read More

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