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Boyfriend is on vacation, got burnt on chest/back, put aloe on, skin has been unbearably painful and itchy ever since. allergic reaction? help please

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Burns need to see: I would advise that a serious burn is nothing to sit around and not seek medical care. Burns can be dangerous and often need special care. Please advise him that he needs to get to a doctor asap.

Answered 7/17/2013

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Dr. Abby Caplin answered

Aloe with: Lidocaine. He can use that to get some relief. It comes over the counter.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/10/2013

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A member asked:

Boyfriend is on vacation, got burnt on chest/back, put aloe on, skin has been unbearably painful and itchy ever since. allergic reaction? help please

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Robert Killian answered

Dr. Abby Caplin answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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