29 Oct 2017 ... WebMD explains first aid for treating minor and life-threatening burns.
Appropriate first aid must be used to treat any burns or scalds as soon as
possible. This will limit the amount of damage ...
The goal of burn treatment is to reduce pain, prevent infections, and heal the skin faster. Cool water. Cool compresses. Antibiotic ointments. Aloe vera. Honey. Reducing sun exposure. Don't pop your blisters. Take an over-the-counter pain reliever.
To treat a first-degree burn, dermatologists recommend the following tips: Cool the burn. Apply petroleum jelly two to three times daily. Cover the burn with a nonstick, sterile bandage. Consider taking over-the-counter pain medication. Protect the area from the sun.
30 Jan 2018 ... For minor burns: Cool the burn. Remove rings or other tight items from the burned area. Don't break blisters. Apply lotion. Bandage the burn. If needed, take an over-the-counter pain reliever, such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others), naproxen sodium (Aleve) or acetaminophen (Tylenol, others).
A burn is an injury to the body's tissue resulting from heat, chemicals, electricity or
sunlight. Read about first aid for ...
30 Nov 2018 ... Follow these steps to treat a burn at home and learn whether to call 911 or treat
the burn yourself.
20 Oct 2017 ... Burns are classified according to the severity. Some burns can be treated at
home, and others need ...
1 May 2018 ... Burns and scalds are damage to the skin caused by heat. Learn about their
symptoms and treatments.