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I have 2nd degree burn on my butt & there's a open cut from a group of small blister (3"x3"). are povidone iodine/bacitracin ointment good for it?

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Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

They aren't bad: you'll want to watch carefully for signs of infection, there are a lot of germs in that area. gauze covering it is probably one of the most important things.

Answered 5/25/2016

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A member asked:

I have 2nd degree burn on my butt & there's a open cut from a group of small blister (3"x3"). are povidone iodine/bacitracin ointment good for it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

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