Patient's question:
The baby accidentally knocked over a water while playing alone, and hot water spilled on his hand. I applied some toothpaste to it, but he still cried out in pain. The red, blistered hand was examined by a doctor at the hospital outpatient clinic, who said it was nothing serious. How should I treat a scald from boiling water?Doctor's answer:
After a hot water burn occurs, one should quickly remove the source of the burn and simultaneously rinse the affected area with continuous flowing cold water or immerse it in ice water. If it is a first-degree burn, characterized by local redness, it is important to avoid contamination of the wound and prevent secondary injuries. A burn ointment can be applied to the affected area. If it is a second-degree burn, with small blisters appearing, it can be treated similarly to a first-degree burn. If the blisters are large, have high tension, or affect daily life and work.