Patient's question:
Detailed Description of the Problem: Doctor, my baby, who is one year and four months old, accidentally got scalded on the inner side of her arm and underarm by hot water. The skin on her arm has blistered. We used povidone-iodine for sterilization, and then applied Meibomian Gland Secretion Ointment. It has been a day since then, and we haven't sterilized it again because I saw that povidone-iodine is meant for intact skin, and it shouldn't be used when the skin is broken, right? I'm not sure what to use for sterilization now. Additionally, we haven't gone to the hospital yet.Doctor's answer:
You can sterilize with povidone-iodine swabs, which are relatively less irritating. Blisters may form after burns, indicating a second-degree burn. If the blisters are small, they usually resolve on their own. If the blisters are large, you should go to the hospital promptly. Under sterile conditions, the fluid in the blisters should be drained, and after sterilization, a burn ointment should be applied. It is best to seek treatment from a surgical department at the hospital for debridement and dressing changes to thoroughly remove foreign objects from the wound and prevent infection. Oral anti-inflammatory medication can be taken in conjunction with the treatment. Avoid spicy and irritating foods, maintain a light diet, keep a regular schedule, and ensure sufficient deep sleep. Change the dressing at irregular intervals each day, and keep the wound dry to prevent infection.