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Can you place a heating pad on a staph infection sore to stop the burning?

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Dr. Tony Ho answered

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Probably not: Infections tend to make the areas hyperesthetic - the burning sensation may intensify with heat. However, if the heating pad (with moderate, not scalding heat) makes you feel better, there shouldn't be harm associated with it. It won't treat the actual infection, however.

Dr Neyman agreed

Answered 6/8/2017

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A member asked:

Can you place a heating pad on a staph infection sore to stop the burning?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tony Ho answered

Dr Neyman agreed

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