I heard it works and am wondering if it's true.
2007-03-24 02:37:07 · 10 answers · asked by italiancat73 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ First Aid
No. Soy sauce is not sterile and the salt it contains would increase the pain. Cold water is what you should apply to all burns EXCEPT chemical burns to stop the burning process. Once the burning has stopped, you can treat according to the type of burn you have.
The reason you should NEVER put water on a chemical burn is that some chemicals can react with water, actually increasing the burning procress. If you have a chemical burn, consult an MSDS before any treatment or go directly to an ER.
Cold water can stop or slow down the burning procress with other types of burns. If a burn is first degree, no skin is broken. It's like a sunburn. If a burn is second degree, blisters will appear. It is considered an open wound and is highly susceptible to infection. It will be very painful. A third degree burn will show signs of charring and skin discoloration. There may be some blisters. The nerve endings will be destroyed so it may not be all that painful. It is also highly susceptible to infection.
It is highly adviseable to seek medical treatment for any second degree burn that has a surface area greater than 10%. ALL third degree burns should be evaulated by a doctor.
Yes...there is such thing as a fourth degree burn. In this case, the burn is down to the muscle. All burns that are third degree and higher require medical intervention.
Treatment depends on the type of burn and the burn surface area affected.
2007-03-26 03:14:29 · answer #1 · answered by emt_me911 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I dont think so. Actually, soy sauce is produced by fermentation, during the process of which a lot of bacteria and germs will harbor in the sauce, and can cause infection to the burn. I suggest that you cool the burnt skin by a towel or napkin first before going to see your doctor.
2007-03-24 02:54:56 · answer #2 · answered by Languewizard 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No I'm a nurse. You can however use any OTC medication for your burns. The soy sauce will only get it infected, then you will have a much bigger problem. Take care and I hope you didn't use it, if so you really have to see a doctor for an antibiotic. Take care.
2007-03-24 02:41:40 · answer #3 · answered by nursey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I seriously doubt it. I don't know for sure, but soy sauce is very acidic and has a high sodium (salt) concentration. I would think it would make a burn sting even worse.
2007-03-24 02:41:00 · answer #4 · answered by pobrecita 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, remember that soy sauce contains more sodium than your body cells so it will not promote healing. it will do more harm than good. Better use vinegar for antiseptic.
2007-03-24 02:52:44 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i am a nurse and vinegar is fantastic for burns as it is an antiseptic
2007-03-24 02:43:23 · answer #6 · answered by dumplingmuffin 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
From my trusted source (a Chinese woman) the answer is - no.
2007-03-24 05:40:30 · answer #7 · answered by WMD 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh no! That's like lemon and salt put together! Don't do it!
2007-03-24 03:24:36 · answer #8 · answered by Sa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I very much doubt it.
2007-03-24 03:12:23 · answer #9 · answered by Drdisaia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No.
2007-03-24 20:36:26 · answer #10 · answered by thathockeychick23 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋