- Burns - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Burns are tissue damage that results from too much sun, hot liquids, flames, chemicals, electricity, steam and other sources Burns can be minor medical problems or life-threatening emergencies
- Burns - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Learn about causes, symptoms, risk factors and complications of burns and how to prevent and treat them
- Burns: First aid - Mayo Clinic
Electrical burns, including those caused by lightning, and major chemical burns need emergency medical care A minor burn might need emergency care if it affects the eyes, mouth, hands or genitals Babies and older adults might need emergency care for minor burns as well
- What steps can I take to treat a minor burn at home?
Deep or widespread burns need immediate medical attention To treat minor burns, follow these steps: Cool the burn Hold the burned area under cool (not cold) 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 Cooling the burn reduces pain and
- Home Remedies: Best treatment for burns - Mayo Clinic News Network
To treat minor burns, follow these steps: Cool the burn Run cool (not cold) tap water over the burn for 10 to 15 minutes or until the pain eases Or apply a clean towel dampened with cool tap water Don't use ice Putting ice directly on a burn can cause further damage to the tissue Remove rings or other tight items from the burned area
- Chemical burns: First aid - Mayo Clinic
Chemical burns are tissue damage caused by strong acids, drain cleaners, paint thinner, gasoline and many other substances Usually, you are aware of such a burn and its cause
- Mayo Clinic Q and A: Treating burns
Minor burns often can be treated at home without seeing a health care provider Burns considered “minor” include first-degree burns and second-degree burns that are no larger than 2 inches in diameter
- Electrical burns: First aid - Mayo Clinic
Learn how to treat electrical burns caused by sources of electricity The damage may be worse than it looks from the burn on the skin
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