A member asked:

My toddler had a 2nd degree burn on his arm 6 months ago.the skin is pigmented& the dermatologist told us to protect it from the sun. does this help?

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Yes: Scars darken much more quickly than dark skin, making them more prominent. Protect it from the sun, massage it and look for a good scar therapy (i.e. Silicone sheeting) to try and improve the appearance.

Answered 4/25/2016

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Dr. Gregory Hines answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes. : Burned skin will lack normal pigmentation. It will easily sunburn. So, you should protect it.

Answered 8/17/2017

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Don't think so.: At this time feel things are back to normal. Apply sun screen though when out and about.

Answered 1/5/2019

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