Patient's question:
Six weeks ago, the baby was scalded by an electric heating pad. In the morning, when waking up, blisters were found. In the evening after school, the blisters were pierced with a needle and 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 is also pus. How to deal with the pus from the scald?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 based on specific circumstances. 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.