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Could The Leg Burn Residual Redness, Puffiness, Swelling And Tenderness Be Infected?

I have a week old burn on my leg from an exhaust from my motorcycle. The initial burn is healing nicely but around it is now red, puffy, swollen and tender to the touch. Is it infected? Should I see a physician? Or is there some over the counter products that can help me?
Mon, 13 Oct 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hi,Thanks for your query. After going through your query I came to know that you have got burn from an exhaust from your motorcycle . Initial burn is healing but surrounding is now red , puffy, swollen and tender to touch. It may be infected. Does you have fever ?,Is the wound seeping? if any of answer is yes then it is infected .It will be better if you contact physicean. I do hope that you have found something helpful. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.
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Could The Leg Burn Residual Redness, Puffiness, Swelling And Tenderness Be Infected?

Hi,Thanks for your query. After going through your query I came to know that you have got burn from an exhaust from your motorcycle . Initial burn is healing but surrounding is now red , puffy, swollen and tender to touch. It may be infected. Does you have fever ?,Is the wound seeping? if any of answer is yes then it is infected .It will be better if you contact physicean. I do hope that you have found something helpful. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.