Patient's question:
Six weeks ago, the baby was scalded by an electric heating pad. In the morning, they noticed blisters upon waking up. In the evening after school, they pricked the blisters. Aloe vera gel was applied. Within a few days, a scab formed. However, it hasn’t healed yet. It keeps itching, the scab is hard, and there’s also pus. How should I deal with the pus from the scalded wound?Doctor's answer:
Burn infection and pus formation are one of the common complications of burns. The treatment of burn infection and pus formation should be analyzed and handled according to the specific situation. For smaller areas of burn infection and pus formation, local debridement can be performed. Ensure proper drainage and promptly empty the pus. Iodophor can be used to disinfect the wound. Apply Bactroban or erythromycin ointment to the affected area. And actively carry out dressing changes. Generally, satisfactory results can be achieved.