What to do if you get scalded by boiling water

Scalds from boiling water are a common household accident. Improper treatment may lead to wound infection or scarring. When encountering this situation, the most important thing is to stay calm and take correct measures quickly. Immediately rinse the scalded area with cold water, which can help lower the skin temperature and reduce further damage to the skin caused by heat. The cold water rinse time should last at least 10 to 20 minutes. Do not use ice cubes to directly contact the wound to avoid frostbite.

Next, you need to carefully remove the clothing on the burned area, but if the clothing is already stuck to the skin, do not tear it off forcibly to avoid aggravating the injury. If the burned area is large or blisters appear, do not puncture the blisters yourself. Blisters are a self-protection mechanism of the skin, and puncturing them may cause infection. You can gently cover the wound with clean gauze to avoid external contamination.

After completing the initial first aid measures, observe the changes in the injury. If the burn area is large, the pain is unbearable, or there are signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, pus, etc., it is recommended to seek medical attention as soon as possible. The doctor will provide professional treatment based on the specific situation, and may need to use antibiotic ointment or other drugs to help healing.

In daily life, it is equally important to prevent burns. For example, be careful with hot water and hot oil when working in the kitchen, use scald-proof gloves, and keep children away from heat sources. For minor burns that have already occurred, you can use some ointments under the guidance of a doctor to speed up healing, and pay attention to keeping the wound clean and dry.

Although scalds from boiling water are common, as long as you master the correct treatment methods, you can effectively reduce the damage and promote healing. I hope everyone will pay more attention in daily life to avoid accidents.