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1 wk ago, i got a 2nd degree burn on my finger (1/2'x1/2'). should i keep it covered all the time or leave it open for a few hours every day?

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Dr. Anne Missavage answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Minor burn care: This burn is small and should not get infected. Neosporin ointment daily is a good treatment. If it is not healing within 2 weeks, then you should show it to your doctor. Wounds heal best when kept moist with a dressing or an antibiotic ointment. Letting them dry slows down the healing. Usually they hurt less, too!

Dr Willson agreed

Answered 5/6/2016

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A member asked:

1 wk ago, i got a 2nd degree burn on my finger (1/2'x1/2'). should i keep it covered all the time or leave it open for a few hours every day?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Anne Missavage answered

Dr Willson agreed

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