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Burns

Burns are injuries to the flesh that are caused by chemicals, electricity, heat, radiation or sunlight. While most burns affect primarily the skin, it is important to know that large burns can also be fatal.

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"And I will love thee still, my Dear, till all the seas gang dry." -Robert Burns?

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Asked by MacDaddy

This quote from Robert Burns's poem "A Red, Red Rose" expresses enduring love that will last until the end of time, even if the seas were to dry up. It captures the eternal love the speaker has for their beloved, promising to love them forever.

Why is a steam burn worse then a water burn?

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A steam burn is generally more severe than a water burn because steam carries more heat energy than water due to its high temperature. Steam can cause more damage to the skin upon contact and penetrate deeper into the tissue, resulting in a more serious burn.

Why is a third degree burn the worst?

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A third degree burn is considered the worst because it penetrates all layers of the skin, including the nerves, blood vessels, and muscles. This type of burn requires immediate medical attention as it can lead to severe pain, permanent tissue damage, and potentially life-threatening complications. Treatment may involve skin grafting and long-term rehabilitation to aid in healing and recovery.

Can you treat a burn with butter?

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The grease doesn't help it heal and will acutally make it hurt more. Ice is the thing to use.

Because, the butter will melt because the burn is hot and if the butter melts and the surface it is on is hot the butter will get hotter and and burn you more.

Third degree burns cause what?

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Third degree burns cause blistered skin. It can also cause chared skin.

What type of burn would cause entry and exit wounds?

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Electrical burns look like an in-and-out gunshot: small entry with big exit. The entry port - surrounding skin will look "leathery".

High velocity spatter (spalling) from an armor piercing round will cause an entry and exit wound with a severe burn.

White phosphorus and similar materials including magnesium flares can burn straight through an extremity.

What is a third-degree heart block?

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Asked by GaleEncyofMedicine

Third-degree block, also called complete heart block, is the most serious.

What can cause burns?

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Burns can come from anything hot. Microwaves, the sun, (sometimes the refrigerator,) a TV, computer, or handheld game that was turned on for a long time, active volcanoes, lava, fire, friction, steam, hot water, etc., can cause burns.

Or cold. Burns are caused by rapid changes in temperature

How long will a third-degree burn stay cherry-red?

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Seek professional medical treatment right away. Cover it until you get to a hospital. Do not remove the burned clothing. Do not apply water, gels, or ointments. Do not apply a bandage. They may require skin grafts and other surgeries.

Victim has blisters deep redness and shiny skin?

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first degree burns

How long does a second degree burn on a 2year old baby take to heal?

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If a toddler ever sustains a burn of any kind, they should be immediately taken to the hospital. That being said, superficial burns should heal in a few days. More serious burns will take longer to heal and need to be under a doctor's supervision.

Does cold water make sun burns hurt less?

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Do not submerge the victim in cold water. This can actually cause additional problems. You can however use cool (not cold) compresses. Many emergency rooms use cool milk compresses. The milk creates a protein film that will ease the pain.

What is Healing of burns?

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if it is a heat burn soon as u get burned put under COOL water! i say cool because cold or ice will just make it worse. and after u put it under COOL water until it stops hurting u just put this special bandage on ( it is in a package and it is covered in this cold liquid stuff ) after it will look good as new PS DO NOT USE REGULAR BANDAGE IT WILL STICK TO SKIN !!!!!!!

HOPE THIS HELPED ( from first aid training )

What to do after a burn when it as blister?

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If they are on your heels or feet you can prevent them by wearing and changing your socks daily. If you get blisters on certain spots because of sneakers, you may want to get a new pair, or just put a band aid there, even if there is not a blister at the time. It will prevent them.

Does poop burn your skin?

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kind of

What do you do when you have a heat burn?

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I've been recently shown this unique, but helpful treatment for sunburn. Cut a tomato in half & rub it across the area that is burnt. There's something in the tomato that takes the sting out of the burn, but does not take the redness away. That's good enough for me & hopefully helpful for you.

What is a Superficial burn?

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Burn injuries are induced by skin exposure to intense heat. Burns are classified into three categories on the basis of strength, scale, and depth, namely first degree, second degree, and third degree. Medical practitioners use burn treatment options to treat such cases to relieve the damage, mitigate discomfort, minimise the risk of scarring, remove dead tissue, and increase the skin's overall healing potential. Burn care continues to evolve, with a primary emphasis on offering medical choices with minimal side effects. According to World Health Organization (WHO) estimates, burns are one of the most common occupational accidents, resulting in over 180,000 deaths each year.

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What do you do for hot water burns?

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well what you do is run if under cold water then hold a face washer with ice in it and hold it there thenwrap it there.

Why does steam cause more severe skin burns than liquid water at its boiling point?

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Hot water has a maximum temperature of 100 degrees centigrade. If it goes beyond that it is now steam. Steam burns are more dangerous because they are much hotter than water.

Should you run hot water over a burn?

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Generally, people rush to the cold water tap when their body part is burnt.

But, recent Research Studies (source: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery) shown states that minor burns can be cured by using warm water on it.

Researchers in Switzerland claims that warm water cures burn more effectively than cold water. No doubt, cold water gives instant relieve but it also drops our skin temperature and blood flow.

Whereas hot water don't immediately decreases body temperature and blood flow. We all know that Cellular sentinels in our blood is responsible for curing our damage after injury and when blood circulation is slow the recovery is also delayed.

Can you apply oil to cool a burn?

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pour cool water immediately,,,! then when the blister appears , using a sterile needle put 1 hoole at a corner so that the water inside comes out...! let the dead skinn be like that so that natural dressing is done....! after a week all will be alrite.......!

HOPE THIS HELPS!

What are some Homeopathic remedies for small 2nd degree burns?

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Put tooth paste on it or rinse it with cool water not cold

How do you prevent burn from scabbing?

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I had a burn on my forehead and there is no way I would let it scab then scar. I found that sudo creme stopped it from scabbing which led to no scar! Try it!