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Need to know is wart remover or salicylic acid safe for ulcers?

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Dr. David Hettinger answered

Specializes in Podiatry

NO!!!!: You should not use otc acid wart removers on an ulcer. That will only make matters worse. See a doctor for typing and classification of your ulcer and then treat it.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/31/2014

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