Used undiluted savlon on an infection..Need help

[mithil]

I had an infection on going into seawater around 10 days back.I applied UNDILUTED SAVLON  on the wound three-four times. The infection is on the leg on which I have had three degree burns due to a petrol burn 20 years ago. Now I am applying T-Bact ointment on the wound,but the wound is not healing. I want help regarding the right medicine to use and if the wound mark will ever go from my leg?? Help me please...

[mithil]

Hmm ok ..thanks a lot for the advice. I would like to know whether the wound mark will go and whether my the skin around the wound will return to normal ?

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
First of all regular change of the dressings preferably from a healthcare provider is necessary if the wound is an open wound. The aim is to keep the dressing dry and clean. Doctor may prescribe topical antibiotics for the wound after culture sensitivity of the wound discharge or wound swabs. You will also need to take an oral course of antibiotics to combat the infection and prevent it from reoccurring.

Please take a nutritious diet and consult a doctor for specific topical and oral antibiotics. Also get your blood sugar levels checked as diabetes causes delayed wound healing.

I hope it helps. Take care and regards.