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Can We Remove Hair Removal Cream Stuck Underneath The Skin On Our Own?
Question: My daughter has gotten some hair removal cream trapped beneath her skin. It doesn’t appear infected. We have tried to remove it with a needle to no avail. We are concerned that there is a risk of infection unless removed. Or will it seep out naturally over time?
Brief Answer:
Go to physician to remove it.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
You say that your daughter got hair remover cream beneath skin so skin is damaged and risk of infection exists.
She should go to physician office to remove it with sterile tools , to disinfect the wound and put a sterile gauze over it.
Don't use needles because you will contaminate it yourself .
Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards
Go to physician to remove it.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
You say that your daughter got hair remover cream beneath skin so skin is damaged and risk of infection exists.
She should go to physician office to remove it with sterile tools , to disinfect the wound and put a sterile gauze over it.
Don't use needles because you will contaminate it yourself .
Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards
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