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I have a burn. from the salt and ice challenge. it covers a huge area of my leg and it's really red. and it's starting to get a bunch of mini blisters?

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Dr. John Michel answered

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ER ASAP: I am concerned that you might have cellulitis. This could be a strep or staph infection and might develop into sepsis. The mini blisters might be a form of infection that is developing as well as the indication from the redness. Get it looked and probably will need antibiotics. Best wishes

Answered 11/9/2015

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A member asked:

I have a burn. from the salt and ice challenge. it covers a huge area of my leg and it's really red. and it's starting to get a bunch of mini blisters?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Michel answered

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