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I have a burn about an inch wide&long caused by flames on my leg.it's now white around the edges but then red around the white.should i go see a dr.?
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Burn: An acute burn from flames is serious. Your description is not complete enough for me to make an assessment of how deep the burn went. I would seek out medical attention immediately. Put cool water on the burn to keep it moist will decrease the pain and possible the depth of the burn.
Answered 9/16/2015
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Yes: Often an area of whiteness means the burn is deep and may involve the nerves and blood vessls. Redness is usually a sign that this part of the burn is not so thick. Review your burn with your doctor and proceed with the best management.
Answered 8/12/2014
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