Inside the examination room.
The attending physician examined the injury on Han Yifang's face and said regretfully, "Unfortunately, you missed the ideal window for treatment. The venom has been on your skin for a while, causing a rather severe chemical burn.
For now, we can only apply some low-potency steroidal cream to reduce the inflammation and keep it from getting worse.
However, after it heals, you might be left with some hyperpigmentation, and it could even cause permanent damage to your skin, leaving a scar."
The doctor prescribed some desonide cream and calamine lotion, instructing Han Yifang to apply them on schedule after she went home.
Leaving the hospital, Han Yifang was despondent, on the verge of tears but unable to cry.
She looked at Lin Xiaoyu, speechless. "I can't believe this. One happy spring outing and I end up 'disfigured.' How am I supposed to face anyone now?"
