How to deal with after scald

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Low heat burns are common in burns. Low heat burns are also called low temperature burns. It is a scald caused by long-term contact of skin with a low temperature object higher than body temperature. So what should be done after scalding? Now let me share my experience with you

How to deal with after scald

First, wash the wound with tap water, whether it is hot water scald or steam scald, should first reduce the temperature of scalded skin, reduce the further damage of scald, at the same time, water washing can also reduce the pain. If the wound is not broken, soak for about 10 minutes. If the wound has been broken, it should not be infiltrated to avoid infection.

Second, don't take off the clothes in a hurry. When the scald is in a place covered by clothes, don't take off the clothes in a hurry to avoid tearing the blisters after scald. You can first wash with water to cool down, and then remove the clothes carefully.

Third, correctly handle blisters. If there are blisters in the scalded area, whether to break them or not should be analyzed in detail. Generally, they should not be broken to avoid leaving scars. However, sometimes blisters with large blisters or easily broken joints need to be punctured with sterile needles. If the blisters have been broken, they need to wipe the liquid flowing out around the blisters with sterile cotton swabs.

matters needing attention

If it is a chemical burn, such as strong acid, strong alkali, etc., be sure to wash with a lot of cold water as soon as possible, and go to the hospital as soon as possible. Do not apply some unsanitary paint and ointment on the wound to prevent infection. Do not apply soy sauce, toothpaste and other colored liquid on the wound, so as not to affect the doctor's judgment of the scald area and depth.