I'm a bit concerned about a wound I treated with undiluted Dettol on cotton and left it plastered for about 10 hours. Now there's this black patch around the area. Is this something that will just go away on its own, or should I be worried about any side effects?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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-The black patch around the wound could be due to irritation from the undiluted Dettol, which can sometimes cause skin discoloration. It should fade over time, but keep an eye on it. If it doesn't improve or if you notice increasing redness or swelling, c

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Answered 04/07/2025

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