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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
locust thorns
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Apr 05, 2000 12:00AM
, Apr 05, 2000 12:00AM
Cindy:
I'm afraid I'm unfamiliar with locust thorns. Perhaps it needs to be removed? If it's already out, you might just apply bacitracin or neosporin ointment (OTC) 2-3 times a day after each soak. If the redness stays local to the wound, it may take several days to fade. If it spreads beyind the wound, you ought to see a doctor about evaluation for infection and possible use of oral antibiotics.
Best.
Dr. R
I'm afraid I'm unfamiliar with locust thorns. Perhaps it needs to be removed? If it's already out, you might just apply bacitracin or neosporin ointment (OTC) 2-3 times a day after each soak. If the redness stays local to the wound, it may take several days to fade. If it spreads beyind the wound, you ought to see a doctor about evaluation for infection and possible use of oral antibiotics.
Best.
Dr. R
