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What Causes Redness And Burning Sensation On The Body After Waxing?
I ve done Brazilian waxing on 1st of September. This is the first time I m facing burning , redness and I do feel the skin has peeled. I have started an antibiotic course on 2nd. - althrocin. What can I apply for relief? It s very painful. Is it ok to apply betadine as neosprin is not available? Many thanks
Mon, 26 Sep 2016
General & Family Physician, Dr. Sandhya's Response
Hello! Brazilian wax can be a painful procedure and can cause a lot of discomfort. Peeling of the skin and bumps, redness can all indicate severe inflammatory reaction or infection of the hair follicles. Continue the course of antibiotics for 5 to 7 days, wear loose cotton undergarments and avoid tight pants so that there is good circulation. Cleaning it thoroughly with water, applying aloe gel, calamine lotion alternately could be soothing. Betadine or neosporin have antibiotic properties and can be tried. Over the counter pain medications like acetaminophen or ibuprofen can help reduce the pain and inflammation. Hope you feel better soon!
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What Causes Redness And Burning Sensation On The Body After Waxing?
Hello! Brazilian wax can be a painful procedure and can cause a lot of discomfort. Peeling of the skin and bumps, redness can all indicate severe inflammatory reaction or infection of the hair follicles. Continue the course of antibiotics for 5 to 7 days, wear loose cotton undergarments and avoid tight pants so that there is good circulation. Cleaning it thoroughly with water, applying aloe gel, calamine lotion alternately could be soothing. Betadine or neosporin have antibiotic properties and can be tried. Over the counter pain medications like acetaminophen or ibuprofen can help reduce the pain and inflammation. Hope you feel better soon!