I know that this is 100% NOT a good idea, but 5 days ago I had a 20% TCA peel and yesterday when it started peeling I peeled some of the pieces off with my fingers. I know this is bad and I feel SO stupid, it was just an impulse and I couldn't stop. All of the pieces came off easily (i.e. didn't hurt and didn't leave an open wound, and the new skin is reddish but not too bad), and I've been slathering with Aquaphor constantly, so tell me honestly: what am I in for and how bad is the situation??
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Hard to comment on this post. 1.10% TCA should NOT give this picture2. TCA is self- neutralising 3. The application shape does not reflect spot application4. The scar descriptive is not reflective upon standards5. Post op peel instructions should always be accompanied with the peel- each Sp...
This is a full thickness burn. At 100% TCA with multiple coats- the eschar or slough is to the fat and muscle layer on your forehead. Logically this is a bad situation to be in.As Dr Emer has addressed - you will require topicals and wound care. This is imperative. Medium term- treat and prevent...