A member asked:

I have a wax burn, that's been on my arm since january 20th. how much longer until it heals?

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

Too long: This is taking wAy to long for a wax burn. Did you get ant treatment. ? You better try silvadene (silver sulfadiazine) or antibiotic ointment. Or see your doctor

Dr Petruska agreed

Answered 8/13/2017

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A member asked:

I have a wax burn, that's been on my arm since january 20th. how much longer until it heals?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Butler answered

Dr Petruska agreed

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