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I burnt my arm on a pizza screen at work 2 days ago and now it's red and puffy and it's already popped twice. what should i do?

9 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Could be infected: Hi, Your burn might be infected. I suggest seeking treatment.

Dr Munshower and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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Go to doctor.: It sounds like you got a pretty significant burn. This sounds like at least a second degree burn, which needs medical attention right away. You need to go see a doctor, preferably a burn specialist.

Answered 11/5/2015

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