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2 day old burn, red skin, in one area under the skin it looks like there is some pus, is it better to leave it or pop it?

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

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Second deg burn: Definitely it is better to leave it unpopped. This leaves the burn in a sterile environment with less chance of introducing infection.

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

2 day old burn, red skin, in one area under the skin it looks like there is some pus, is it better to leave it or pop it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lori Semel answered

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