Question 1

why is oral rehydration therapy important for severe burns?

Accepted Answer

Dehydration: The skin is an important organ for keeping us hydrated. You will loose a significant amount of fluid from skin burns so hydration is important to maintain good blood pressure and kidney function.

Question 2

25 year old female. when i was young and dumb i went to a tanning bed for years. i got severe burns from them. am i going to get melenoma for sure? i am always worried i will get it if i went to the sun beds for years. brown eyes pale skin. fitz 2?

Accepted Answer

: Excessive tanning and especially repeated sunburns are a risk factor for skin cancers, including melanoma, as you get older, but that does not mean it will happen. You should consult a dermatologist to better evaluate your particular risks and then you can develop an appropriate plan for monitoring going forward. It is good that you have abandoned tanning beds!

Question 3

what do i do about severe deep burns calves on legs?

Accepted Answer

Seek medical care: You say you have "severe deep burns" on your lower extremities. A physician would interpret that to be full-thickness (3rd-degree) burns. You should seek good burn care immediately, probably going to your local emergency department so they can hook you up with the appropriate local burn care center.

Question 4

when i shave my bikini area i get severe razor burns. iuse sharp razor, shaving cream, vitamin e oil, lotion, baby powder, doesn't help. what can i do?

Accepted Answer

You can use: Some ointment such as Vaseline to keep the burn from contact to prevent worsening pain and promote healing. Just a little bit but it still needs to breathe. Or use triple antibiotic ointment to prevent infection and contact. Thanks for trusting in HealthTap.

Question 5

i've been getting severe heart burns and acid reflux and now when i yawn or breathe in i get this sharp pain that starts in my abdomen?

Accepted Answer

GERD: Acid reflux, or GERD, is a very common cause of symptoms similar to those you're describing. If your symptoms have been persistent, you probably need to see a doctor for treatment. In the meantime, try an antacid such as Tums (calcium carbonate) or Mylanta, to see if it gives you temporary relief. You may need to follow anti-reflux measures and or be on medication to get this under control. Good luck.

Question 6

please tell me what can cause severe shocks and burns?

Accepted Answer

Can you state again: I am not sure what you are asking.  Can you ask this again?  Do you mean actual burns and shocks or the feeling of these things?  Please state it differently.

Question 7

i have severe 3rd degree burns that are oozing green puss, how can i heal this asap? im a diabetic and need help now, please and thank you

Accepted Answer

Burns: You must have someone take you to the nearest Emergency facility. Do not delay!
When you say you are a "diabetic:" does that mean type 1 diabetes or type 2? The difference is important.
Please let me know.

Question 8

can't sleep bc of severe pain from burns on hand. any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Yikes sounds painful: Besides general over the counter pain remedies..topicals that can be tried includin aloe vera,  and you might even try some Milk of Magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) or zinc oxide..if those or around...obviously lots of options at the pharmacy/store.  If the burn is severe and blistering perhaps worth getting professional help to prevent complications.    The pain is reassuring in that the nerves weren't too badly damaged

Question 9

how can doctors repair severe skin damage from burns?

Accepted Answer

Variable treatments: depending on burn depth, location  of burn and amount of body burned. See:  https://www.hindawi.com/journals/emi/2011/161375/

Question 10

was feeling fine until 30 mins after i ate, now have severe sore throat that burns and discomfort between shoulder blades, loose foul/greasy stools

Accepted Answer

Gallbladder: sounds like a gallbladder problem or reflux or bad food. Was anyone else sick who ate same thing?

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Why is oral rehydration therapy important for severe burns?

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25 year old female. when i was young and dumb i went to a tanning bed for years. i got severe burns from them. am i going to get melenoma for sure? i am always worried i will get it if i went to the sun beds for years. brown eyes pale skin. fitz 2?

A member asked:

What do i do about severe deep burns calves on legs?

A member asked:

When i shave my bikini area i get severe razor burns. iuse sharp razor, shaving cream, vitamin e oil, lotion, baby powder, doesn't help. what can i do?

A member asked:

I've been getting severe heart burns and acid reflux and now when i yawn or breathe in i get this sharp pain that starts in my abdomen?

A member asked:

Please tell me what can cause severe shocks and burns?

A member asked:

I have severe 3rd degree burns that are oozing green puss, how can i heal this asap? im a diabetic and need help now, please and thank you

A member asked:

Can't sleep bc of severe pain from burns on hand. any suggestions?

A member asked:

How can doctors repair severe skin damage from burns?

A member asked:

Was feeling fine until 30 mins after i ate, now have severe sore throat that burns and discomfort between shoulder blades, loose foul/greasy stools

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