Patient's question:
While I was cooking, I didn't notice and accidentally broke a hot water bottle. The water inside was freshly boiled. Then he started crying loudly. When I turned back, I noticed several blisters on his hands and legs, all red. What should I do if a baby gets burned by hot water and develops blisters?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. Based on the current condition, this is a single superficial second-degree burn, which requires immediate cold water rinsing, cleaning and disinfection, followed by applying burn cream for treatment.