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Accidentally burned my arm on a pan, how to treat it? butter?
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Moist: Anything that keeps it moist will help. Butter is good.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Ice: If you have a local burn, especially 1st or second degree, put ice on it immediately for about 15 minutes. This stops the pain and will prevent scarring. Do not use butter or any type of grease.
Answered 5/8/2019
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