Patient's question:
The baby is only 1.5 years old and suffered a scalding from boiling water. It happened on the 30th, and blisters formed. Now the blisters have broken open. Currently, we are applying hydrogen peroxide solution and spraying the Bingzhi Shengtong aerosol, but the baby cries loudly in pain from both medications. What should be applied when the scalded skin has broken open?Doctor's answer:
Hello, it's a pleasure to assist you. I recommend stopping the use of hydrogen peroxide for cleaning immediately. Hydrogen peroxide is primarily effective against anaerobic bacteria. The epidermis does not have anaerobic bacteria. Silver sulfadiazine can be applied to the epidermis to protect the wound. Hydrogen peroxide is not recommended for use, even if it is used, it should be rinsed with saline or diluted, as your baby is so small. In fact, you can use povidone-iodine for disinfection, and then apply some aloe vera gel.