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I burned my leg on a motorcycle exhaust pipe its a 2nd degree burn when i put water on it turns white and pus like then it dries out when i cover it with gauze it turns yellow and pus like what do i do?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See a Dr.: Second degree burns left untreated can leave significant scarring. You should see a Dr who can check the wound for infection and advise you on proper burn dressings that will help the wound heal more cleanly.

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/30/2020

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A member asked:

I burned my leg on a motorcycle exhaust pipe its a 2nd degree burn when i put water on it turns white and pus like then it dries out when i cover it with gauze it turns yellow and pus like what do i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

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