Painful burns can happen at any time. Many of them can be treated at home though. Here is some advice on how to determine the severity of the burn and what to do to treat it.
October 9, 2015
Painful burns can happen at any time. Many of them can be treated at home though. Here is some advice on how to determine the severity of the burn and what to do to treat it.
Chemical and electrical burns may not show up on the skin, but that doesn't mean they aren't serious and painful, possibly damaging internal organs.
Minor burns, including first-degree burns or second-degree burns that are no more than 7.5 centimetres (three inches) in diameter, can be handled at home. But more serious second- and third-degree burns need the immediate care of a doctor. Remedies range from cold running water and bandaging for minor burns to hospitalization, skin grafts, and physical therapy for more serious burns. Here are the steps in properly treating a minor burn:
If they pop on their own, don't snip or peel off the skin; it's nature's best bandage. If the top of the blister comes off on its own, apply petroleum jelly or a topical antibiotic ointment to the skin, followed by a nonadhesive dressing to keep the area moist. This promotes healing in the first week. Avoid putting any kind of bandage on the affected skin; that skin is fragile, and pulling off the bandage can shear it off.
These steps will help you deal with minor burns effectively at home. For more serious burns make sure you seek help right away.
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