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Should I Cover My Second Degree Burn On My Foot?

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Posted on Thu, 30 Jan 2014
Question: I have a 2nd degree burn on my foot/ankle that is 2 days old. Do I still need to keep it covered? Anything specific I need to do to help it heal?
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Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (9 minutes later)
Brief Answer: keep it covered for 3 more days Detailed Answer: Hello XXXX, Sorry about the burns that you suffered. I have seen the uploaded images. It seems to be healing well with no active areas of pus draining. The area of burn seems a little large. So, I advice you to keep it covered for 3 more days. Use a light superficial bandage to cover it. Do not use compression bandage. You can apply topical silver sulfadiazine cream on the area of burns for faster healing. Apply the ointment twice daily. Get well soon.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Shanthi E (3 minutes later)
Do i need a prescription for that though, can you recommend an over the counter treatment? I will keep it covered.
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Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (4 minutes later)
Brief Answer: it is available over the counter Detailed Answer: Hello XXXX, The ointment is available over the counter in most countries. You should be able to get one easily at the pharmacy without a prescription. Regards,
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Should I Cover My Second Degree Burn On My Foot?

Brief Answer: keep it covered for 3 more days Detailed Answer: Hello XXXX, Sorry about the burns that you suffered. I have seen the uploaded images. It seems to be healing well with no active areas of pus draining. The area of burn seems a little large. So, I advice you to keep it covered for 3 more days. Use a light superficial bandage to cover it. Do not use compression bandage. You can apply topical silver sulfadiazine cream on the area of burns for faster healing. Apply the ointment twice daily. Get well soon.