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My toddler burned her hands accidentally on the heater and now she has a couple of blisters. what can i put on them?

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Dr. Teresa Carson answered

Local care: Generally just putting some antibiotic cream and a light guaze dressing (if she will keep it on) is enough.

Answered 6/23/2012

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