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What to do if i got rug burn on my foot, and then chlorine got into it..?

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Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

See below: I would use some Aloe with Lidocaine to ease the pain and burning to help heal the area. If continues, see a doctor

Answered 9/29/2016

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