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I had a 2nd degree burn 16 days ago. blister was punctured by the doctor on day 5. subsequent skin grown back started to peel off now. is it normal?
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Yes: The time for new skin under the blister is about right..let the old skin peel off normally ! Don't "help" it! Hope this helps! Dr Z
Answered 12/21/2015
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