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- Burns - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Burns are tissue damage that results from too much sun, hot liquids, flames, chemicals, electricity, steam and other sources Burns can be minor medical problems or life-threatening emergencies
- Burns - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Learn about causes, symptoms, risk factors and complications of burns and how to prevent and treat them
- Burns: First aid - Mayo Clinic
Electrical burns, including those caused by lightning, and major chemical burns need emergency medical care A minor burn might need emergency care if it affects the eyes, mouth, hands or genitals Babies and older adults might need emergency care for minor burns as well
- What steps can I take to treat a minor burn at home?
Deep or widespread burns need immediate medical attention To treat minor burns, follow these steps: Cool the burn Hold the burned area under cool (not cold) running water or apply a cool, wet compress until the pain eases Don't use ice Putting ice directly on a burn can cause further damage to the tissue Cooling the burn reduces pain and
- Bronchitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
The lining of the tubes that carry air to and from your lungs is inflamed Signs and symptoms include cough, mucus, fatigue and chest discomfort
- Mayo Clinic Q and A: Treating burns
Minor burns often can be treated at home without seeing a health care provider Burns considered “minor” include first-degree burns and second-degree burns that are no larger than 2 inches in diameter
- Home Remedies: Best treatment for burns - Mayo Clinic News Network
To treat minor burns, follow these steps: Cool the burn Run cool (not cold) tap water over the burn for 10 to 15 minutes or until the pain eases Or apply a clean towel dampened with cool tap water Don't use ice Putting ice directly on a burn can cause further damage to the tissue Remove rings or other tight items from the burned area
- The science of sunburns: Why they happen and how to treat them
Have you ever stopped to consider what happens when your skin burns or tans? And other than coating yourself in aloe and tossing and turning in bed to find a comfortable sleeping position, what can you do to manage a burn? Let’s dig into the science of sunburns — why they happen and what you can do about them What exactly is a sunburn?
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