Question 1

second degree burn on my face. scab is gone now but it is red and the skin is scaly and uneven. its been a week since the burn. will this heal more

Accepted Answer

Burn: You should moisturizer this area with non scented lotion and keep it from being exposed to the sun. Have it evaluated by a surgeon familiar with burn care. The face heals extremely well so hopefully you won't need and other treatment.

Question 2

whats wrost thing can happen to 2nd degree burn on human(man)'s hand by hot water?

Accepted Answer

Secondary infection: A second degree burn will blister up and eventually drain, leaving the protective skin barrier broken.As long as the site remains clean and covered with antibiotic ointment, things should heal fine.If negmected, the site can become infected by a variety of skin germs and progress to a serious problem.

Question 3

my 5 year old has 2nd degree burn scars on his leg from hot water, what's the best sunscreen to use and is tissue oil good to manage scarring?

Accepted Answer

Cost unrelated to : quality.  An SPF of at least 20, water repellent, and protective from UV A and B.  For scar treatment, see https://www.assh.org/handcare/procedures-and-treatment/scar-management

Question 4

how long should you wait after suffering second degree burns from boiling water before tanning?

Accepted Answer

Tanning after burns: Wait at least a couple of weeks before tanning (tanning is not a great "sport" -- it can cause skin cancer!) or, you can cover up the burned parts and then tan carefully.

Question 5

will second degree burn near mouth on a 20 month old scar ? burn was caused by hot coffee  it's peeling and dry

Accepted Answer

No: A second degree burn by definition should not leave a scar.  That said, keep moisturizers on the area for at least 3 months and no sun exposure to the area.

Question 6

i got burned on my arm about a week ago at work i noticed it was swollen so a few days later it popped and water came out. is this a 2nd degree burn?

Accepted Answer

THIRD DEGREE BURN: THIRD DEGREE BURN, is when the injury cause blistering of the skin and eventual rupture. You need to be examined and the severity assessed . I usually will start a topical antibiotic like SILVADENE and an oral antibiotic like CEFTIN (cefuroxime). Depending on severity a consult with a BURN SPECIALIST OR PLASTIC SURGEON MAY BE WARRANTED.

Question 7

when will the pain of a small 2nd degree burn caused by boiling water on skin causing redness blister and pain size of a dime subside?

Accepted Answer

2nd degree burns: 2nd degree burns are the heating of the epidermal layers of the skin causing protein denaturation and the transudate of tissue fluids with a bubbling of that epidermal layer. With this separation of skin layers the cutaneous nerve ending ate exposed and this the pain you are feeling. Upon blister opening, releasing the fluid transudate the pain should subside. Or place a medicate covering to cover

Question 8

large 2nd degree burn on my chest from boiling water. i've been keeping it covered with polysporin (bacitracin and polymyxin) and gauze. how long should i keep it covered?

Accepted Answer

Ointment is the ...: Worst thing to put on a burn. It keeps the heat and damage in. Silvadine cream would be much better.

Question 9

i burned my leg on a motorcycle exhaust pipe its a 2nd degree burn when i put water on it turns white and pus like then it dries out when i cover it with gauze it turns yellow and pus like what do i do?

Accepted Answer

See a Dr.: Second degree burns left untreated can leave significant scarring. You should see a Dr who can check the wound for infection and advise you on proper burn dressings that will help the wound heal more cleanly.

Question 10

for how long dies a second degree burn take to heal?

Accepted Answer

Second degree burns: Are defined by the presence of blisters, but can range from very shallow to very deep. In general, the best treatment (in my opinion) is to remove the blisters to prevent the possibility of a closed space infection. Wash with soap and water, pat dry and apply Bacitracin ointment and a dry dressing 2-3 times/day. If increasing pain, drainage or redness or if not healed in two weeks, see a doctor.

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Second degree burn on my face. scab is gone now but it is red and the skin is scaly and uneven. its been a week since the burn. will this heal more

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Whats wrost thing can happen to 2nd degree burn on human(man)'s hand by hot water?

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My 5 year old has 2nd degree burn scars on his leg from hot water, what's the best sunscreen to use and is tissue oil good to manage scarring?

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How long should you wait after suffering second degree burns from boiling water before tanning?

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Will second degree burn near mouth on a 20 month old scar ? burn was caused by hot coffee it's peeling and dry

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I got burned on my arm about a week ago at work i noticed it was swollen so a few days later it popped and water came out. is this a 2nd degree burn?

A member asked:

When will the pain of a small 2nd degree burn caused by boiling water on skin causing redness blister and pain size of a dime subside?

A member asked:

Large 2nd degree burn on my chest from boiling water. i've been keeping it covered with polysporin (bacitracin and polymyxin) and gauze. how long should i keep it covered?

A member asked:

I burned my leg on a motorcycle exhaust pipe its a 2nd degree burn when i put water on it turns white and pus like then it dries out when i cover it with gauze it turns yellow and pus like what do i do?

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For how long dies a second degree burn take to heal?

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