Q-What is the first thing we should do when we have a burn?

 A-Cool the burn by placing it under a cold tap for at least 10 minutes. Pouring cold water on the burn reduces the pain , swelling and the likelihood of scarring. If the burn area is cooled faster and longer with cold water, the effects of the burn will be less.

 

Q-When should I go to the hospital?

A-If a child has a burn, The burn surface blisters ,More than one area of ​​the body is burned ,The hands, feet, joints, or face are burned or the underlying layers of skin are exposed

 

Q-Can I apply butter or cream on the burn surface?

A-No, butter or oils prevent the burn surface from cooling.

Oils and fats prevent heat from escaping from the burn surface. If you put anything on the burn surface other than the ones mentioned, removing them in the hospital will cause pain and cause more damage to the burn site.

 

Q-Can I use ice to cool the burn?

A-No - Use water.Ice may damage the skin. If you do not have access to water, use other cold liquids.

 

Q-Do I have to cover the burn surface with adhesive tape?

No - Do not use wound adhesive. The glue sticks to the surface of the skin and causes damage to it

After washing the burn wound with cold water, iron a clean cloth and put it on the wound, then go to the hospital.

Q-Should the garment be removed if the clothing adheres to the burn surface?

A-No - Remove clothing or jewelry around the burn area. But never remove objects attached to the burn surface. This will damage the skin.

Q-Can honey be used to treat burn wounds?

A-Honey dressing is very effective for treating burn wounds. Of course, oral honey is not considered.

Honey dressing has all the necessary factors scientifically.

It can be used in the treatment of burns under the supervision of the treating physician

 

Q- Can blisters be removed from the burn site?

A- No - The skin of the blister protects the wound. Large blisters may drain in the hospital but the skin remains. And sterile dressing is done

Q- Is washing the burn wound the right thing to do?

If the burn wound is washed properly, it will speed up the healing process.

 

Q-What should I do to treat a burn infection?

A-In small burns, primary care is provided by physicians, and antibiotics may be recommended as a preventative measure.

But in large burns, it is necessary to use antibiotics, dressing the burn wound and, if necessary, surgery according to the doctor's diagnosis.

 

Q -Is it necessary to use antibiotics in case of superficial burns?

 a-The best way to treat grade 1 and 2 burns is to keep the burn site clean.

The burn site can be kept clean by daily washing with normal saline and baby shampoo.

 

q-What ointment should we use to cover wounds during burns?

a-After cooling the burn wound with water, burn ointments such as silver sulfadiazine or nitrofurazone can be used until you reach the hospital.

 

q-Does the burn stain remain?

A-The burn wound must first heal .After healing the burn wound, the dermatologist will prescribe the appropriate anti-stain remedies for your skin according to the degree of burning.

 

Q-What should I do to prevent skin wrinkling after a burn has healed?

A- To minimize the effects of burns, you should use clothing for burns and silicone ointment (adhesive) as recommended by your doctor. Because wearing clothes for burns prevents the import of extra meat.

 

Q-Do I have to make a hospital bed at home after my patient is discharged?

A-No - not required