Patient's question:
My son is very mischievous. Today, he accidentally knocked over a thermos, which contained just-boiled water, and ended up scalding a large part of his leg. It turned red immediately. I rinsed the burned area with cool water and applied some honghua oil. What foods should be avoided after a burn?Doctor's answer:
Burns are common adverse events in daily life, resulting from tissue thermal damage caused by contact with high-temperature objects, high-temperature liquids, or high-temperature gases. They manifest as redness, blisters, or even tissue necrosis at the affected area, and are prone to local infections. Therefore, burn patients should avoid spicy and irritating foods, alcohol and tobacco, as well as greasy and fried foods. They should instead consume more seasonal fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins, as well as protein-rich foods.