What is the foam on my wound and should I be concerned?

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The discussion centers on the foam formation observed on a palm wound after two days of healing. The foam is suspected to be biofilm, which can develop on wounds, as referenced in a blog about chronic wounds. The user also speculates that the foam may result from the application of face wash containing sodium hydroxide and salicylic acid. Ultimately, the consensus is to seek medical attention to ensure proper evaluation and treatment of the wound.

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So I wasn't sure if this is the most appropriate place, but recently I got cut on my palm. So its been about two days, for which time I have been using a bandage to conceal the cut. (Note, the cut isn't large, surface area ≈ 1 square cm (probably slight less)
However, i noticed the formation of this foam-looking substance on the wound region, and did a little research. I'm not entirely sure but it seems it may be biofilm, as depicted in the following link:
http://www.vescompression.com/blog/chronic-wounds-when-to-seek-care/

But then I thought, since I normally apply face wash in the morning, which contains sodium hydroxide and salicylic acid (among many other chemicals), it may of caused the foam to form.
I read the article
http://science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/science-questions/question115.htm
which indicates that hydrogen peroxide foams when you put it on a cut. So maybe this is true for other chemicals?

Overall, I'm really just not sure what to do. Should I just wait, and see if it heals or should I see a doctor within the next couple of days.

Note, this is my first cut in quite some time (but I don't remember this ever happening).
 
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