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I had a toenail removal. the nurse mixed up the alcohol and phenol container. she poured phenol all over my foot and burned me!

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Bad Situation: That is a tragedy and i don't really understand how that could happen. Discuss this with your doctor and make sure the burns are treated.

Answered 6/21/2015

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Dr. Marshall Solomon answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Try as burn: Use silvadene (silver sulfadiazine) cream 3 x daily. Follow up with your doctor for skin care. Should heal uneventfully.

Answered 6/21/2015

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Not good: I hope you are okay.

Answered 6/21/2015

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