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What are some treatment options for chemical burns on the back?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Chemical burn: Although I am large proponent of self-care this is one to get seen. The area needs to be cleaned thoroughly and depending on the chemical it may take special agents to wash it off.

Answered 10/9/2016

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