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I had pain a week after getting a second-degree burn. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I recently suffered a second-degree burn on 80 % of my left inner thigh. I received medical care in the emergency room but I had to travel and I would like to make sure that my wound is healing as it should and I do not have an infection. Generally, the burn area looks red and I am in ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for the query. I have gone through the two photos (the attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). The wound appears healthy in both photos. There appears to be no sign of infection. Please continue using ointment and dressing. Pain is likely ... Read Full »
Kindly suggest treatment for burns with grafting failure.
Query: Hello doctor, My sister had a serious accident in the kitchen and suffered third-degree burns. After being hospitalized, the doctors initially performed the first dressing for a month, but there was no improvement. Then, they recommended grafting, which was done twice. The first graft was successful... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Given her critical condition, it is challenging to provide a specific assessment without a physical examination. If you can, kindly provide high-quality photographs taken in natural light for a more accurate evaluati... Read Full »
The burn scar on my face is still red. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I burnt my cheek with hot oil while cooking a few days ago. It is becoming red and the redness is not reducing. Is it a healthy healing process or will it leave a scar? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understood your concern. I went through the images (the attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). I have gone through the details that you have provided and I have checked the image that has been provided from your end and I do understand you concer... Read Full »
How to treat the nose and throat infection after I swallowed the salt water from the swimming pool?
Query: Hello doctor, Yesterday, I was swimming in a pool that had salt water in it. I went underwater and accidentally swallowed the salt water. It burned my nose and my throat. I woke up today dizzy and my throat kills and my nose still does. I keep coughing up mucus. I also keep sneezing. What should I d... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome in icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You are likely to have an acute upper respiratory tract infection, and associated labyrinthitis as you have vertigo. Now, you are advised to take: 1. Tablet Paracetamol. 2. Tablet Betahistine 16 mg thrice daily. 3. Steam inhalation. 4. Antihi... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,Two days ago, I spilled a big amount of really hot green tea on my stomach and genitals. It started hurting very much for the first five to six minutes. I immediately went to the bathroom and started pouring cold water on my body. The pain started to go away after the first hours. But m... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern. I am not able to see how much it burned your skin, so I could help you properly but will guide you as much as I can. According to your description, the burn is not so deep so it would not affect your fertility. You should h... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, Two days ago, boiling water spilled on my thigh, causing a three-inch blister. There is no pain or pus. Should I consult a doctor? Is it advisable to burst the blister? Currently, I am applying aloe vera and a topical cream for burns containing Cetrimide (0.5 gm) + Aminacrine Hydrochlo... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome back to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. If there is no pus, you can puncture the blister; however, ensure to apply a topical antiseptic ointment afterward. You can use antiseptic ointments containing Betadine or Framycetin following the puncture. There is a... Read Full »
I experienced a shock and a deep penetrating burn while in bed. Could this be due to a stun gun?
Query: Hello doctor, I felt a shock in bed and then a deep penetrating burn. My local doctor said they were a burn, but I need expert advice also. Is this something you can assist me with? I am attaching my pictures also. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. I went through the images (the attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). I shall assist you to the best of my capacity and ability. From the pictures attached, it looks very unlikely to be a burn mark... Read Full »