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Went to get a pedicure 2 days ago. lady rubbed my skin too hard with pumice. my skin was raw and in pain, put peroxide. today it's red and yellowish?
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Skin changes: Be checked. It is possible that you have a secondary infection. It also may be part of the healing process. One needs antibiotic treatment; the other close observation. Both require cleaning by soaking your foot/feet regularly. All the best.
Answered 6/11/2017
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