help with a burn?

Question

i was curling my hair the other night and i burnt my cheek with my curling tongs...the skin actually bubbled and im left with a big mark on my cheek...it will definitely scab...i just need help on what to put on it....

Answer 1

Treatment: Minor Burns
The first step in treating superficial burns, i.e., those without blistering or deep skin damage, is to use a lotion to insure that the skin stays moist. Antibiotics are not usually given at this point, as the skin cover is still intact and infection is not a great concern. In the case of burns which have blistered (second-degree burns), the larger blisters and those which have burst need to be debrided, or cleaned of foreign matter and dead tissue. After debriding, an antibiotic ointment, normally silver sulfadiazine, is applied.

For facial burns and people with allergies to sulfa drugs, in place of silver sulfadiazine use bacitracin or another antibiotic. These ointments are applied twice a day and recovered with a clean gauze dressing.

Another choice is the newly developed, "jelly-like" hydrocolloid dressings These dressings are left in place for about 72 hours and, after that, are changed every 5-7 days. If there is evidence of infection or excessive drainage more frequent changes may be necessary.

The reason for using antibiotic ointments, even for victims who have not yet developed any kind of infection, is that second-degree burns can seriously impair the ability of the skin to fight infection. This can make it dangerous to wait.

Sometimes, even superficial burns will become infected. Symptoms usually occur in the first few days and include swelling and redness around the burn. The typical cause is the Streptococcus Pyogenes bacterium, which, thankfully, is treated easily with penicillin. Recently, however, more and more infections caused by Staphylococcus Aureus have been seen. This organism can be resistant to penicillin and many other antibiotics.

All burns require close follow-up for infection. If infection develops, victims may be hospitalized and given intravenous antibiotics.

For small but deep burns, the best treatment may be immediate surgery to take out and repair damaged tissue with skin grafts. This can promote and speed healing.

Finally, a very important aspect of outpatient burn treatment is dealing with the pain, which can be severe. Although many patients get considerable relief from the application of antibiotic ointment, some may need pain killing drugs or, in extreme cases, narcotics.

Answer 2

If you did it 'the other night' you will already have a scab - and you will probably have a scar at the end.
Now all you can do is relieve it by moisturising. Aloe Vera is always good for burns - but now you are not talking about a burn, you are only talking about a scab and scarring. Just use your normal moisturiser. That way you can be sure that it won't cause any further problems.
For the future, get yourself a real Aloe Vera plant - and if it happens again, break open one of the 'leaves' and put the juice straight on to the burn. It will relieve any pain instantly, it will moisturise and it will stop any scarring. No house should be without one!
And I do have to apologise. I actually read this question as 'Help with a bum!' - I was rather intrigued!

Answer 3

Lavender oil, apply direct to the skin, it'll prevent scarring and ease the pain.

"Immediately place the affected area under cold water for at least 10 minutes. Apply NEAT Lavender or Tea Tree on to the affected area and reapply a minimum of 3 times per day. There is no harm in exceeding this.

An ice compress can be made for larger areas and apply the compress to the area for around 10 minutes. Make a solution of 50ml Lavender Floral Water (hydrolat) and 10 drops each of Lavender and Chamomile, shake well and apply to the area. Repeat the application 4 times a day.

A sterile gauze with a couple of drops of Lavender applied will help clear infection and soothe. Replace the dressing every couple of hours to ensure maximum effect.

At a later stage an application of Calendula Cream or Oil will help reduce any scarring. Another effective oil is Borage Seed."

Answer 4

not sure bout this since the skin bubbled. but instead of usin aloe vera gel. get an actual aloe plant. cut a part off towards the end and squeeze the juice that comes out onto the burn. that'll help moisturize it and prevent scarrin. but i would also see a doctor bout it if i were you. just to make sure the burn doesn't get infected and get worse. the doctor may decide you need an antibiotic and somethin more then the aloe

Answer 5

You can use Aloe Vera on the burn. You can also use Bacitracin and be sure to keep the area clean with an antibacterial soap, such as dial. Cleanliness is very important. If it leaves a scar, there are ointments on the market that will lessen the effects.

Answer 6

You should have gone directly to hospital with a facial burn in order for them to take the most appropriate action to allow it to heal and not leave scars. People take burns far too lightly, and something like this that could well leave a facial disfigurement should have received expert attention immediately. All burns should be immersed in, or continuously sprayed with, cold water immediately, and for a period of about 10 mins, then covered with a soft.clean, lint-free dressing prior to seeking prompt medical attention.

Answer 7

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Answer 8

I've done this brfore and thought i'd be scarred for life, i just put olive oil on it after a few days the skin began to peel off and left no scar thankfully

Answer 9

You poor thing ! it must have hurt Like crazy . I would recommend aloe vera jelly as pure as you can get . It will cool the skin , heal the wound and prevent scarring.

Answer 10

If you know anyone with an aloa-vera plant ask them if you can tweek off a couple of ends and rub the aloa vera plant on the burn