Scald is the term used to describe a form of heat burn that is caused due to heated fluids. Burns are caused by contact with dry heat like fire or iron, and scald is caused by fluids like boiling water or steam. In most cases, scalds are considered to be first or second-degree burns, but in rare cases, the third-degree burn can also occur as a result of prolonged exposure. The treatment of scald is similar to that of burn and requires proper medical attention.
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What is the treatment for burn injury pain?
Query: Hello doctor, The patient is a 50 years old female. She had a burn injury on the inner side of the hand three days back. I have attached the picture. Now, the skin over the area is darkened. The thin skin over it has started peeling this morning. She has pain, burning sensation and not able to sleep... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The clinical image (attachment removed to protect patient identity) is suggestive of a superficial scald, which is a minor burn injury. It seems pretty clean and uninfected. As it heals, there can be a bit of a burning and itching sensation. She can use the medicines t... Read Full »
My burns have healed but are discolored. Will keloid form?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 15-year-old male. Two months ago, I suffered second and third-degree accidental burns to my leg from scalding hot water. Burns have healed but the skin remains discolored. What are the risks going forward? Can keloids be formed and what procedures can be done in the future to im... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachments (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). There are more to second degree deep burns. Scald burns heal very efficiently. However, there is a little bit higher incidence of keloid formation. That explains your doubt. But... Read Full »
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