Question 1

what is an over-the-counter antiseptic cream for a chemical burn?

Accepted Answer

Chemical burn: For healing, the antiseptic cream is not the most important element. More important are thorough initial rinsing and cleansing of the wound; then application of a dressing like vaseline gauze covered by sterile gauzes, and then a thick wrap (like ace or coban) to protect from ordinary dirt will produce good healing. If you want to use an antibacterial, i would use Bacitracin (fewer allergies).

Question 2

is there an oil free product or cream to use for chemical burn scar?

Accepted Answer

Silvadene (silver sulfadiazine): Silvadene (silver sulfadiazine) if it is recent.

Question 3

i have had a chemical burn mark to which i applied lightening cream. the mark gradually faded at center  but is not fading around edges. what to do?

Accepted Answer

Apply beyond border: It depends on how long you have used the cream -- you may need to continue for a while longer.  Also, you may need to apply more of the cream to the border and even slightly beyond the border to ensure that it lightens.  However, you will run the risk of the center of the lesion and the normal skin outside the lesion to become slightly lighter.   Treating marks/scars can be very challenging.

Question 4

my vagina has been itching. i used a feminine itch cream it burned. scratches, peeling and bleeding in that area. chemical burn?

Accepted Answer

Allergy more likely: Whatever is causing the itching (probably an infection) made your tissue more sensitive to some ingredient in the itch cream.  Try warm sitz baths with something soothing like Aveeno oatmeal.  If no better, you need to have the infection diagnosed and treated specifically.  Good luck!

Question 5

how important is tetnus shot i stepped on a nail it punctued. no blood but foot hurts also i have a chemical burn frm house hld cleaner best otc cream?

Accepted Answer

Important: It sounds like you need a tetanus shot, if its been 10 yrs or more since your last one.
The best otc cream is Hydrocortisone for inflammation.

Question 6

can you use hydrocortisone cream on a chemical burn?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Depending on the burn.  Follow the instructions of your doctor.

Question 7

can hydrocortisone cream help a minor chemical burn?

Accepted Answer

Yes: As long as no associated infection risks. Consult your doctor if anything fails to respond to rx.

Question 8

i saw my doctor for genital warts and was prescribed imiquimod 5% cream i used it 3 times. now swollen and burning in the area is it a chemical burn?

Accepted Answer

No: This isn't a chemical burn. It's probably a strong response to the medicine and this is fairly common.  Since it's troubling enough to write us about, hold the medicine and phone your physician for guidance.

Question 9

i used a facial hair  removal cream last night which caused a superficial chemical burn i called an advice nurse who talk me to call poison control and i did but she told me to just rinse my face with cool water for 20 minutes and just keep it moisturize

Accepted Answer

This could be: an allergic reaction to one or more ingredient of the cream or one of the side effect of the cream. Since the involved area is your face which is one of the most important visible part of the body i suggest to you to go to an Urgent care or ER if you can get a hold of your doctor by phone. If you have any further queries click this --&gt; https://www.healthtap.com/experts/12714048-dr-vahe-yetimyan

Question 10

i recently used tretinoin cream (prescribed for severe body acne) on my penis after reading it might help fordyce spots. now i have a chemical burn that is causing intense itching and burning with some peeling. will my skin heal? what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Be patient: You have a chemical burn. You need to keep the site clean and moisturized over the next week or more &amp; it will gradually improve. It may take 6 weeks to approach normal, so it will take patience. That cream is a stripping agent that is doing what it does, just in the wrong site.

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What is an over-the-counter antiseptic cream for a chemical burn?

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Is there an oil free product or cream to use for chemical burn scar?

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I have had a chemical burn mark to which i applied lightening cream. the mark gradually faded at center but is not fading around edges. what to do?

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My vagina has been itching. i used a feminine itch cream it burned. scratches, peeling and bleeding in that area. chemical burn?

A member asked:

How important is tetnus shot i stepped on a nail it punctued. no blood but foot hurts also i have a chemical burn frm house hld cleaner best otc cream?

A member asked:

Can you use hydrocortisone cream on a chemical burn?

A member asked:

Can hydrocortisone cream help a minor chemical burn?

A member asked:

I saw my doctor for genital warts and was prescribed imiquimod 5% cream i used it 3 times. now swollen and burning in the area is it a chemical burn?

A member asked:

I used a facial hair removal cream last night which caused a superficial chemical burn i called an advice nurse who talk me to call poison control and i did but she told me to just rinse my face with cool water for 20 minutes and just keep it moisturize

A member asked:

I recently used tretinoin cream (prescribed for severe body acne) on my penis after reading it might help fordyce spots. now i have a chemical burn that is causing intense itching and burning with some peeling. will my skin heal? what can i do?

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