- Burns - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Burn symptoms vary depending on how deep the skin damage is It can take a day or two for the symptoms of a severe burn to develop
- Burns - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Coping with a serious burn injury can be a challenge, especially if it covers large areas of the body or is in places readily seen by other people, such as the face or hands
- 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
- Mayo Clinic Q and A: Treating burns
A burn requires immediate medical attention if it covers a large area of the body, or if it involves much of the hands, face, feet, genitals, buttocks, eyes, mouth or a major joint
- What steps can I take to treat a minor burn at home?
Don't use ice Putting ice directly on a burn can cause further damage to the tissue Cooling the burn reduces pain and swelling Remove rings or other tight items Try to do this quickly and gently, before the burned area swells Don't break blisters Fluid-filled blisters protect against infection
- Burning mouth syndrome - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Burning mouth syndrome usually comes on suddenly, but it can develop slowly over time Often the specific cause can't be found Although that makes treatment more challenging, working closely with your health care team can help you reduce symptoms
- Sunburn - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Treatment Sunburn treatment doesn't heal your skin, but it can ease pain, swelling and discomfort If care at home doesn't help or your sunburn is very severe, your health care provider might suggest a prescription corticosteroid cream
- Sunburn: First aid - Mayo Clinic
Learn how to give first aid and get relief from painful inflamed skin caused by too much sun
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