Patient's question:
A couple of days ago, while boiling water, my baby accidentally got scalded by the overflowing hot water. I immediately applied ice to cool it down, but it still developed blisters. I was so anxious that I didn't know what to do. How should I handle a burn?Doctor's answer:
Cryotherapy can lower local temperature, reduce wound pain, prevent further thermal damage, and reduce exudation and edema. Cryotherapy involves placing the injured limb under flowing tap water or immersing it in a large basin. If tap water is not available, the limb can be submerged in well water or river water. The duration of cryotherapy is usually determined by the absence of severe pain at the wound after the treatment, typically around half an hour. It is recommended that you seek treatment at a formal hospital.