Patient's question:
My one-year-old child accidentally burned his hand with a hot iron piece. It looks almost healed now, and the child doesn't feel any pain anymore, though the skin is a bit red and has some hardening. What kind of ointment should be used for the burn to prevent scarring?Doctor's answer:
Hello! Burn injuries are generally classified into three degrees. First-degree burns only damage the surface of the skin, causing mild local swelling without blisters and significant pain. Second-degree burns refer to skin damage, local swelling and pain, as well as blisters of varying sizes. Third-degree burns affect the underlying fat, muscle, and bone. They appear gray or reddish-brown. If it is a first-degree or superficial second-degree burn, it generally does not leave scars; however, if the burn is more severe, it may leave scars. Therefore, it has no direct relationship with the type of medication used.