Eschar
Updated: 2023-10-25
Description
Dead tissue that over time sloughs off healthy skin after an injury.
Self-care
Self-care options include keeping the area covered and applying a hydrogel to moisturize the skin.
When to make a doctor's appointment
See a healthcare professional if eschar:
- Shows signs of infection, such as inflamed skin, oozing, increased pain, and swelling.
- Develops a large scar.
- Gets bigger.
- Doesn't heal.