foto: TikTok/@britishredcross
Brilio.net - Hot water from the kitchen is often used for various purposes such as bathing, drinking, or cooking. The remaining hot water is usually stored in a thermos to keep it hot for later use. When pouring or moving hot water, it is important to be careful not to spill it. If hot water spills onto a surface such as a table or floor, it is not a big deal. However, if it comes into contact with the skin, it can cause burning, pain, or even blisters.
Don't panic if your skin comes into contact with hot water; there are several ways to deal with it. One way is to use salt or a saline solution. However, there is another method shared by the British Red Cross that only requires one kitchen tool to prevent scalding after coming into contact with hot water.
So, without waiting long, immediately turn on the tap and let the water flow onto the skin that has just been exposed to hot water. Do this technique for at least 10 minutes. The man on the TikTok account @britishredcross explains, you can also soak your skin using cold water from the refrigerator if the tap at home is not working.
"You can use any cold liquid that is safe to drink," he explained, quoted by BrilioFood from TikTok @britishredcross on Monday (30/12).
photo: TikTok/@britishredcross
After 10 minutes, wrap your hands in plastic or cling wrap and leave for a few hours. Reported from redcross.org.uk, the skin wrapped in cling wrap can prevent blisters or infections due to exposure to hot water.
"Cling film is best to protect a burn as it won't stink, keeps the area clean, and reduces pain by keeping air from the skins surface," he explained.
photo: TikTok/@britishredcross
Degrees of Burns and Their Treatment.Burns from hot water do not always have the same severity. Medical doctors usually classify burns into degrees based on the depth and extent of the injury.
Burn Degree:
First-degree burns usually only affect the outermost layer of skin. The symptoms are red, hot, and slightly painful skin. Treatment can be done at home with simple cooling and care methods.
Second-degree burns are more serious. The skin will appear blistered, watery, and very painful. In this condition, the second layer of skin has been damaged. If the burn area is quite large or affects sensitive areas such as the face, consult a medical professional immediately.
Third-degree burns are the most severe. The skin will look like dead skin, be white or black, and not feel pain due to nerve damage. This condition requires immediate medical attention.
Myths and Facts about Burn TreatmentSome myths about treating burns that need to be corrected:
Myth: Apply butter or oil to the burn area.
Fact: This can actually make the wound worse and increase the risk of infection. Avoid using anything other than cool running water.
Myth: Tear off blisters
Fact: Never pick or break blisters. This can cause infection and slow the healing process.
Myth: Minor burns do not need to be treated seriously.
Fact: Every burn requires attention, even if it looks minor.
(brl/tin)
