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burn skin removal cream - #15043

Divya

I am really worried because I've been dealing with this burn on my arm for like a month now. I'm not sure how it happened exactly; I was cooking and accidentally spilled some hot oil on myself. At first, I didn’t think it was that bad, but now the skin looks all reddish and is kinda hard to the touch. A friend suggested I try a burn skin removal cream, but it feels risky. Like, I read a bunch about these creams online, and some seem to have good reviews while others say they can actually make it worse. Does anyone have experience with burn skin removal cream? Do they really work? I mean, I don’t wanna do anything that could irritate my skin even more. What if I use it and it just peels off more than it’s supposed to? I guess I'm just trying to figure out if a burn skin removal cream is worth it or if I should just leave it alone and let it heal naturally. What do you all think? Would love any advice, uwu.

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Using a burn skin removal cream might not be the best course of action at this point. Given that your burn is a month old and the skin appears reddish and hard, it sounds like it might be a deeper second-degree or even a third-degree burn. In these cases, achieving proper healing without further complications is crucial, and sometimes skin removal creams can irritate the affected area, potentially leading to infection or further damage if not appropriate for your specific situation.

The red and hard characteristics you’re describing might indicate scarring or potential hypertrophic scar formation. It’s best to avoid products meant for “removing” skin unless explicitly recommended by a healthcare professional, as these products can cause more harm than good if not used correctly and for the right indication. Instead of a skin removal cream, consider using sterile, clean dressings to protect the area and possibly a silicone gel sheet or cream which can help with scar management once the wound has sufficiently healed. Over-the-counter pain relievers and topical antibiotic ointments, if the skin is not closed fully, may also help alleviate discomfort and reduce the risk of infection.

However, the persistence of symptoms over such a duration suggests that assessing the injury by a healthcare provider would be wise. They can properly evaluate the burn’s severity and recommend a suitable treatment plan tailored to its development stage. If the skin continues to be painful, unusually colored, or shows no signs of healing, it might require more intensive treatment, perhaps involving a dermatologist or a burn specialist. Avoid popping any blisters or removing any peeling skin on your own, as this can expose underlying tissue to infection. Remember, it’s always safer to let a professional guide your treatment rather than self-prescribing a remedy that may aggravate the injury.

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