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 Posted: 06/08/05 - 17:06 Post subject: Medical help needed!
The boy burned his thumb/hand. I doesn't look red or anything but looks swollen. He has Ice on it now. I don't know much else 'cept it involved something hot like an exploding bottle? What should I do when I'm done telling him what a dumbass he is. 
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Posted: 06/08/05 - 17:12 Post subject:
Desitin or bag balm really helps.
Tylenol will help take the heat/pain down.
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Posted: 06/08/05 - 17:13 Post subject:
| airehead wrote: | Desitin or bag balm really helps.
Tylenol will help take the heat/pain down. |
Wow, I actually have bag balm!  Thanks Aire!
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Posted: 06/08/05 - 17:20 Post subject:
NO!!! No bagbalm or anything petroleum based. Ice ice ice and a water-based burn jel or aloe directly from the plant.
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Posted: 06/08/05 - 17:23 Post subject:
| Maddie's Wench wrote: | | NO!!! No bagbalm or anything petroleum based. Ice ice ice and a water-based burn jel or aloe directly from the plant. |
1!!!!!!!!!! stick with the ice
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Posted: 06/08/05 - 17:24 Post subject:
I agree on the ice or aloe.
Not sure about the bag balm.
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Posted: 06/08/05 - 17:52 Post subject:
I burnt my thumb today trying to light a citronella candle. I just sucked it up.
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Posted: 06/08/05 - 18:23 Post subject:
We still have the ice on. I do have bag balm but I'll look for Aloe gel. I think I have that. Thanks
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Posted: 06/08/05 - 18:46 Post subject:
If it didn't break the skin, bag balm works wonders. That's what it's for on the cows, for wind burn which is very similar. If the skin has broken, then no.
But, that's just my skin, I guess. It's worked for me many times before.
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Posted: 06/08/05 - 18:49 Post subject:
hope he's ok...i've always done ice and aloe, the best aloe is right out of the plant.
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Posted: 06/08/05 - 18:51 Post subject:
| airehead wrote: | If it didn't break the skin, bag balm works wonders. That's what it's for on the cows, for wind burn which is very similar. If the skin has broken, then no.
But, that's just my skin, I guess. It's worked for me many times before. |
The skin isn't broken. I put aloe on it right now. I may put the bag balm on it and wrap it for bed. I guess infection in burns can be bad. We need to really keep it clean I guess.
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Posted: 06/08/05 - 19:07 Post subject:
| JACKED UP wrote: |
The skin isn't broken. I put aloe on it right now. I may put the bag balm on it and wrap it for bed. I guess infection in burns can be bad. We need to really keep it clean I guess. |
got neosporin????
aloe first
then neosporin. a thin coating on the burn then i'd keep it lightly covered with a gauze bandage so air can get in there.
dang, if it's that bad i'd haul his butt into the emergency room.
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Posted: 06/08/05 - 19:12 Post subject:
| rolling rock wrote: |
got neosporin????
aloe first
then neosporin. a thin coating on the burn then i'd keep it lightly covered with a gauze bandage so air can get in there.
dang, if it's that bad i'd haul his butt into the emergency room. |
yup. I do. It ain't bad enough to go to the ER in my opinion.  He'll be ok.
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Posted: 06/08/05 - 19:24 Post subject:
| Quote: | By Mayo Clinic staff
To distinguish a minor burn from a serious burn, the first step is to determine the degree and the extent of damage to body tissues. These three classifications will help you determine emergency care:
First-degree
The least serious burns are those in which only the outer layer of skin (epidermis) is burned. The skin is usually red, with swelling and pain sometimes present. The outer layer of skin hasn't been burned through. Treat a first-degree burn as a minor burn unless it involves substantial portions of the hands, feet, face, groin or buttocks or a major joint.
Second-degree
When the first layer of skin has been burned through and the second layer of skin (dermis) also is burned, the injury is termed second-degree burn. Blisters develop and the skin takes on an intensely reddened, splotchy appearance. Second-degree burns produce severe pain and swelling.
If the second-degree burn is no larger than 2 to 3 inches in diameter, treat it as a minor burn. If the burned area is larger or if the burn is on the hands, feet, face, groin or buttocks or over a major joint, get medical help immediately.
For minor burns, including second-degree burns limited to an area no larger than 2 to 3 inches in diameter, take the following action:
* Cool the burn. Hold the burned area under cold running water for 15 minutes. If this is impractical, immerse the burn in cold water or cool it with cold compresses. Cooling the burn reduces swelling by conducting heat away from the skin. Don't put ice on the burn.
* Consider a lotion. Once a burn is completely cooled, applying an aloe vera lotion, a triple antibiotic ointment or a moisturizer prevents drying and makes you feel more comfortable.
* Cover the burn with a sterile gauze bandage. Don't use fluffy cotton, which may irritate the skin. Wrap the gauze loosely to avoid putting pressure on burned skin. Bandaging keeps air off the area, reduces pain and protects blistered skin.
* Take an over-the-counter pain reliever. These include aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others), naproxen (Aleve) or acetaminophen (Tylenol, others).
Minor burns usually heal in about one to two weeks without further treatment. They may heal with pigment changes, meaning the healed area may be a different color from the surrounding skin. Watch for signs of infection such as increased pain, redness, fever, swelling or oozing. If infection develops, seek medical help. Avoid re-injuring or tanning if the burns are less than a year old — doing so may cause more extensive pigmentation changes. Use sunscreen on the area for at least a year.
Caution
* Don't use ice. Putting ice directly on a burn can cause frostbite, further damaging your skin.
* Don't break blisters. Fluid-filled blisters protect against infection. If blisters break, wash the area with mild soap and water, then apply an antibiotic ointment and a gauze bandage. Clean and change dressings daily. Antibiotic ointments don't make the burn heal faster, but they can discourage infection. Certain ingredients in some ointments can cause a mild rash in some people. If a rash appears, stop using the ointment. If it's a major burn, don't apply any ointment at all (see below). |
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Posted: 06/08/05 - 19:33 Post subject:
I knew I heard somewhere that ice was bad and use cold water! Interesting Aire , thanks for passing this along.
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