I'm concerned about using Placentrex gel on my baby's hand burn. He's just 1 and a half years old. Are there any side effects I need to be aware of?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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It's appropriate and good to use, avoid scratching the affected area.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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Should I wash my hair everyday if I have dandruff?

It is advisable to wash the hair thrice a week if you have dandruff with lukewarm water and anti dandruff shampoo.

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I've applied equal amounts of aloe vera gel and tea tree oil on my face, but now my skin is burning and has turned red. I'm really worried about what's happening. Could this be a reaction, and what should I do to help my skin?

yes u can use it, visit ur physician for apprpropriate managent

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I've had vitiligo for a few years and my doctor mentioned surgery might be an option but said it needs to be stable first - why is stability so important before surgery and what type of procedure works best for vitiligo patches

Punch grafting,blister grafting spilt thickness skin grafting can be effective for repigmentation of vitilgo patches.Many require multiple procedures.

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