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Had microneedling done four days ago on my thighs arms still burning and stinging???? Is it infected? (photo)

christy senesacJun 5, 2017
Had micro needling 4 days ago on my thighs and arms. Have had on face before and no problem. The are is still red And stinging and burning off and on. Told to use organic coconut oil daily. I think it is infected?

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Dr. Lisa Jenks, MD
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Answered on Jun 20, 2017
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