HOW TO TREAT BURN INJURY

Edited by, SNEHA MAVIS

A burn is described as tissue damage produced by heat, chemicals, electricity, sunlight, or radiation. The signs and symptoms include reddened and painful skin, scars, blisters, and swelling.

Burns are classified into three types:

First-degree burns are small burn injuries that involve the skin's outer layer, known as the epidermis.

Second-degree burns affect both the epidermis and the dermis, which is skin layer beneath the epidermis.

Third-degree burns penetrate the entire thickness of the skin layers and reach deep into the subcutaneous fat layer.

Treating first degree burn:

Cold water or a cold moist compress should be applied to the burned area until the pain goes away.

If wound gel is available, apply it once the area has cooled, otherwise cover it with a light clean dressing.

Remove any jewellery or other constrictive items from the burned area before it begins to swell .

If blisters emerge, avoid breaking them.

Take over-the -counter pain relievers if the pain persists.

Treating higher degree burn:

Call for medical help immediately.

Remove the source of the burn as soon as possible, and protect the person who has been injured.

First and foremost, ensure that the airway, breathing, and circulation are not obstructed.

Cover the burned area with bandages that are cool, damp, and clean.

If it is a severe and extensive burn, don't submerge it in cold water because it could cause hypothermia.