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Got burned (minor). wound got infected twice. removed skin and put on salt. now wound is black and red puss came out (accidentally pushed on it). help
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See a doctor: Preferably soon. Meanwhile keep covered an stop touching it.
Answered 8/19/2013
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Burn: We cannot help you. You need to be seen as soon as possible by a clinician. It appears as if you have an infectious process.
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