Question 1

how to treat a relaxer burn on the back of your neck?

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Evaluation: Chemical burns from use of relaxers for hair straightening are not unusual.  The treatment really depends on the extent of the burn and the type of symptoms you are having.  Application of a topical antibiotic helps prevent the development of a secondary infection but you should see your physician to determine if any other treatment is needed.

Question 2

how to treat a chemical relaxer burn in the scalp

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With a physician: Chemical  burns of scalp are serious. If it shows redness/inflammation, it's 1st degree. If there is blistering, it's second. If entire outer layer, epithelium is burned, it's third degree. Rx may involve cleansing, topical salves, systemic antibiotics.  Never us a hair chemical again on your scalp, the next reaction could be worse.  Burns are serious, & u want best chance of healing without scars.

Question 3

how long do chemical burns take to heal on your scalp from a hair relaxer?

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Depends: The healing depends upon the ingredients. You should  go to the Emergency room immediately or see a Plastic Surgeon right away

Question 4

burning throbbing pain between shoulder blades, comes and goes, on muscle relaxer dosn't help, what's wrong?

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Several problems!: You may have strained your rhomboids.  Another DX is subscapular bursitis,  (yes your scapula which glide across the fascia of your back,  have bursa!) scapulothoracic syndrome is another cause if you bend over while working with hands in front. The best  physicans to see are a rheumatologist, physiatrist, or ortho-pod. These are remedial with exercise, nsaids, and perhaps a steroid injection.

Question 5

what causes bilateral hip pain night and day  with no known trauma? pain with burning sensation.sudden.muscle relaxer and pain meds relieve briefly.

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Discuss with : A neurologist. They will examine you and maybe get a study of your spine to rule our central causes.

Question 6

burn-like pain by kidneys and pain when pee but no infection in urine test and doctor gave me muscle relaxer for pain by kindneys. second opinion?

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Yes: See a urologist for another opinion. Urinary infections are rare in a maie but other infections such as prostatitis or stds are possible.

Question 7

i have a beep on my booty in it burns?

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What's a "beep?": I think i can figure out the rest of your question, but can't offer an answer unless i know what concerns you.  Thanks for your help here--.

Question 8

do waxing burns fade?

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Yes: Waxing burns are usually superficial and tend to fade with time.  If needed, you can use an over-the-counter or prescription fading cream that contains hydroquinone as its active ingredient.  Be sure to use sunscreen also, as sun makes dark marks darker.  If you are using a retinoid (prescription) or retinol, be sure to stop it at least 3 days before waxing or request hard wax to prevent burns.

Question 9

why does my back burn?

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Wild guess: Sensation of burning in the back usually comes from superficial nerve endings that would be triggered by muscle stretch or joint/muscle fatigue. It can also be from a deep spinal nerve in the back being pinched by a disc protrusion or rarely even a tumor. If it is constant  or progressive have it checked by a neuromuscular physician or neurologist.

Question 10

how can i soothe a burn?

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Gentle healing: Burns are the response of the tissues to injury from heat. It is simply inflammation which means increase blood flow to the area to promote healing. Depth determines care.  Do not use ice worsens already injured skin. Cool water soaks help as can taking anti-inflammation medicines like Motrin or advil (ibuprofen). Avoid any further damage as this can cause scarring . Good skin cream applied daily/gently helps.

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