How Should I Treat A Burn?

Have you tried water based treatment to soothe the burn?

Have you tried cooling the area that was burned using cool water or a wet compress?

Have you tried applying lotion to the affected area after it has cooled down?

Have you bandaged the the burned area?

Have you tried applying burn creams or ointments?

Have you taken any pain medication?

Using water based treatment will help in lowering the pain and clear the wound as well. Your doctor may use techniques such as ultrasound mist therapy to clean and stimulate the wound tissue for it heal faster.

Hold the burned area under cool running water or apply a cool, wet compress until the pain eases. Don't use ice. Putting ice directly on a burn can cause further damage to the tissue.

Once a burn is completely cooled, apply a lotion, such as one that contains aloevera or a moisturizer. This helps prevent drying and provides relief.

Cover the burn with a sterile gauze bandage, not fluffy cotton as it might stick to the affected area. Wrap it loosely to avoid putting pressure on burned skin. Bandaging keeps air off the area, reduces pain and protects blistered skin.

If the burn is not that serious, you may select from a variety of topical products for wound healing. These help prevent infection and prepare the wound to close.

First-degree and second-degree burns cause pain until they heal. A person may wish to take medication to help reduce pain and swelling. Take any over-the-counter pain medication as it might help in relieving the pain.

You should also check up with your doctor if the burned area is relatively large. Also check with your doctor if a tetanus shot can be administered as it acts as a booster.