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Skin got burned
I had cold sores around lips so I applied toothpaste on it and leave for 1 hour... but when I wipe that paste my skin of that area where i apply paste got burned. I am really thinking about this how the mark will go.please help
Please suggest me what should I do
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Don't worry...you are suffering from irritant contact dermatitis causing this problem... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Hello Ma'am.
Kindly do an online consultation.
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Difficult to advise without a picture
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Consult directly
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Dr. Vipul Pareek
Dermatologist
11 yrs exp
Delhi
It's irritat contact dermatitis ( due to toothpaste)
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treatment options ---
if it's active ( redness, burning sensation & pain)- visit a nearby dermatologist
if not active ( only pigmentation) - usually self resolve
if not resolved visit nearby dermatologist
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Dr. G Arun
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Thanjavur
U should not apply tootpaste, on a ulcer mam, as it can burn and even go for scarring. Kindly consult a Dermatologist for further management.
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
Dermatologist
18 yrs exp
Noida
Plz connect online with pictures for proper assessment and detailed prescription.
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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 & guidance.
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