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How to Deal with Burns

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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How to Deal with Burns

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Try to know the degree of the burn

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  • First Degree ( Minor
  • Second Degree ( semi - Major )
  • Third Degree ( Major )

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Cool the burn down hold the burned area under cool water

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Cover the burn lightly with a bandage

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Take an analgesic (pain reliever)

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Wait for any changes in the burn, if so seek medical help immediatly

Knowing When to See A Doctor

See the doctor if a burn covers an area larger than 3 inches (7.6 cm)

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  • See the doctor if a minor burn shows signs of infection.
  • if the burn is in a sensitive area
  • See the doctor if the burn was caused by an unusual source