Patient's question:
My little nephew accidentally knocked over a thermos while playing today, and the water splashed onto his calf, causing a burn. The family is very heartbroken and anxious. Could you please ask the doctor about the first aid methods for treating burns?Doctor's answer:
If you suffer from a thermal burn, you should immediately apply cold water or ice water to the affected area through wet dressing or immersion. This can reduce the depth of the burn wound and provide significant pain relief. The wound should generally not be treated with colored medications (such as mercurochrome or gentian violet) to avoid affecting the judgment of the burn wound depth and debridement in subsequent treatment. When performing cold therapy in a cold environment, it is important to ensure the injured person is kept warm and protected from frostbite. It is recommended that you seek treatment at a formal and professional hospital.