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Can hydrocortisone cream help a minor chemical burn?

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Dr. Thomas Wolf answered

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

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/16/2014

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A member asked:

Can hydrocortisone cream help a minor chemical burn?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Thomas Wolf answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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