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Is Using Polyfax Ointment Safe To Treat Scab On The Nose?

Hi doc.I burn a mole on my nose with apple ciedar vinegar and now it has become a scab. I do not want to pull it off to avoid scarring. Its the 2 day after I burnt it .... Can I apply polyfax on it so it may fell off soon and scarring should be minimal.Please guide me.
Wed, 22 Mar 2017
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Yes you can apply polyfax cream on the affected area to avoid scarring.
Also don't pull off the scab and let it fall off on it's own.
Regards
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Is Using Polyfax Ointment Safe To Treat Scab On The Nose?

Hi Yes you can apply polyfax cream on the affected area to avoid scarring. Also don t pull off the scab and let it fall off on it s own. Regards