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Burns

How bad is my burn?

First Degree
Put the affected area in cool water or apply a cold, wet compress
Apply petroleum jelly a few times each day
Consider taking over-the-counter pain medicine like acetaminophen or ibuprofen to ease pain
Protect the affected area from the sun
Second Degree
Follow all first degree burn treatment recommendations
Don’t break any blisters
Apply a bandage if the skin or blisters are likely to become irritated by clothing or daily activity, or if the blisters have broken open
Third Degree
Seek immediate medical attention
While waiting for medical help to arrive, cover the affected area in a clean bandage and attempt to raise the affected area above the heart

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March 14, 2022

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