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I burned my thumb by touching the medal of a hot pan....It hurts so bad and I don't know what to do for it...Any suggestions?

2006-08-30 14:53:11 · 17 answers · asked by clclmom 2 in Health Alternative Medicine

17 answers

Aloe Vera...Or Vitamin E & put a Band-Aid on it

2006-08-30 14:59:21 · answer #1 · answered by sugarbdp1 6 · 0 0

If you have an aloe plant, you can cut a leaf and squeeze the juice from it onto the burn.
If you have aloe lotion or gel you could put that on it.
You could make a glass of ice water and stick the burned thumb in it.
I have also heard that you can put butter on a burn to ease the pain.

2006-08-30 15:00:27 · answer #2 · answered by nana4dakids 7 · 0 0

run under cold water .if you have any aloe vera put it on or cream you use for sunburn .if not keep a cold rag on it do not put butter on it that is not good .(some people do that ) got these off another siteFirst-degree burns involve the top layer of skin. Sunburn is a first-degree burn.

Signs:

Red
Painful to touch
Skin will show mild swelling
Treatment:

Apply cool, wet compresses, or immerse in cool, fresh water. Continue until pain subsides.
Cover the burn with a sterile, non-adhesive bandage or clean cloth.
Do not apply ointments or butter to burn; these may cause infection.
Over-the-counter pain medications may be used to help relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
First degree burns usually heal without further treatment. However, if a first-degree burn covers a large area of the body, or the victim is an infant or elderly, seek emergency medical attention.
Second-Degree Burns
Second-degree burns involve the first two layers of skin.

Signs:

Deep reddening of the skin
Pain
Blisters
Glossy appearance from leaking fluid
Possible loss of some skin
Treatment:

Immerse in fresh, cool water, or apply cool compresses. Continue for 10 to 15 minutes.
Dry with clean cloth and cover with sterile gauze.
Do not break blisters.
Do not apply ointments or butter to burns; these may cause infection
Elevate burned arms or legs.
Take steps to prevent shock: lay the victim flat, elevate the feet about 12 inches, and cover the victim with a coat or blanket. Do not place the victim in the shock position if a head, neck, back, or leg injury is suspected, or if it makes the victim uncomfortable.
Further medical treatment is required. Do not attempt to treat serious burns unless you are a trained health professional.
Third-Degree Burns
A third-degree burn penetrates the entire thickness of the skin and permanently destroys tissue.

Signs:

Loss of skin layers
Often painless. (Pain may be caused by patches of first- and second-degree burns which often surround third-degree burns).
Skin is dry and leathery
Skin may appear charred or have patches which appear white, brown or black
Treatment:

Cover burn lightly with sterile gauze or clean cloth. (Do not use material that can leave lint on the burn).
Do not apply ointments or butter to burns; these may cause infection
Take steps to prevent shock: lay the victim flat, elevate the feet about 12 inches.
Have person sit up if face is burned. Watch closely for possible breathing problems.
Elevate burned area higher than the victim’s head when possible. Keep person warm and comfortable, and watch for signs of shock.
Do not place a pillow under the victim’s head if the person is lying down and there is an airway burn. This can close the airway.
Immediate medical attention is required. Do not attempt to treat serious burns unless you are a trained health professional.
References

2006-08-30 15:02:44 · answer #3 · answered by blackfoot124 3 · 0 0

Frenches Mustard just sit with your thumb in the mustard for like 15 or 20 min. My Friend had a fire work and a thing of gun powder blow up in his hand it took all the skin from wrist back to elbow a home health nurse that we knew came over to help him she put it in Frenches mustard and it took the burn out and the swelling 2 years later He has no scar and his arm looks like nothing ever happen. good luck

2006-08-30 15:06:08 · answer #4 · answered by Melissa M 2 · 0 0

aloe vera plant. The meat of the plant will help the pain and heal the burn faster.

2006-08-30 15:08:20 · answer #5 · answered by Silvatungfox 4 · 0 0

you would have put your thumb under a tap of running water or dip it in cold water till pain subside than apply coconut oil. Rub it gently for 5-10 minutes.

2006-08-30 23:48:45 · answer #6 · answered by angel 1 · 0 0

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2017-01-27 00:09:38 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0 0

run some cool water over it , apply some burn cream, or a piece of aloe plant

2006-08-30 14:59:53 · answer #8 · answered by sissy 3 · 0 0

try WD-40 if you spray it after awhile it should constrict your thumb for a bit but later on the pain will be gone. no promises though.

2006-08-30 15:00:05 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

ALOE-Indian burn plant

2006-08-30 14:59:45 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

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