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A member asked:

I got an an ice burn about 3 weeks ago from an ice pack. the skin is not hard but it is still discolored. how do i fix this?

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Let it be: You have a "freezer burn" and it will take its time to heal. You may apply a topical antibiotic ointment to prevent infection and keep the affected skin soft.

Dr Petruska agreed

Answered 7/20/2018

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