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Hot oil burn
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If I don't get my hot oil burn treated from a doctor,will it cause any infection or long term issue?
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Depends on the area and depth of burn.
Small areas and superficial burns heal by simple dressings only.
Deep burns can cause infections and scarring if not treated properly.
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consult a burn surgeon ( plastic surgeon) who specialize in treating burns.
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share pics of burn area.
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Try to keep that area clean . Use topical antibiotic cream for skin. Don’t wet the area frequently . Take plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, specially vitamin c containing fruits for fasting healing .
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Yes.. possibility of infection.....Do direct private online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Dr. J Prasad
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13 yrs exp
Bangalore
Infection possible.
Treatment depends on the grade burns.
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Dr. Mounika Ketha
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Hyderabad
Yes possibility of secondary infection and scarring followed by stricture formation is high
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