I'm really worried because while frying some snacks, the pan burst and hot oil splashed all over my wife's hands. She's ended up with burn injuries, and I'm not sure what the best treatment would be for the degree of burns she has. Could you guide us on how to care for this at home or if we need to see a specialist?

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Dr Kareemulla Shaik

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For a mild burn (first-degree), rinse with cool water for 10-15 minutes and apply a soothing lotion. For moderate burns (second-degree), cover with a clean, non-stick bandage and seek medical attention immediately. If the burn is severe (third-degree),

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I've been using aloe vera on my skin, and now I've noticed it's started reacting by creating these skin-colored bumps. They kinda look like acne under the skin. I'm really concerned about it. Do you think Avil could help with this?

That is hypersensitivity reaction,stop using that gel and consume plenty of water,yes avil woul help you

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I have some concerns about dark areas on my body, specifically my inner thighs, buttocks, and bikini line. Are there any effective medicines you can recommend to help lighten these areas? I'm also curious about how long it generally takes to see results. I should mention my skin is quite sensitive.

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I've got this bump on the back that's filled with pus and it's really hurting. I've tried using safromycin cream once, but I'm not sure what else to do next. Any advice on how to deal with this?

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