Brilio.net - Fish is one of the ingredients that is often processed in various dishes. In addition to being easy to find, the price is also relatively affordable. It is no wonder that many people choose to buy fish in large quantities as stock at home.
Despite its delicious taste and the ability to be processed into various dishes, the process of cleaning fish is often considered troublesome. Not because of the seasoning, but when having to clean it before cooking.
Cleaning fish needs to be done properly so that the cooking results do not smell fishy and remain delicious. If not careful, fish bones can stick to the hands and cause discomfort.
To overcome this, various methods are used so that the thorns can be removed easily . Some people choose to rub their hands, while others even use needles to remove the attached thorns.
Well, it turns out there is another way you can do when experiencing this condition. A YouTube user ANAK DESA KREATIF provides a tutorial on removing fish bones using only one kitchen ingredient.
As reported by brilio.net from YouTube ANAK DESA KREATIF, Friday (7/3), first find and make sure which part of the hand was hit by the thorn. In the video, the thorn appears to be on the thumb.
photo: YouTube/ANAK DESA CREATIVE
Once done, prepare a bowl filled with warm water. Yup, that kitchen ingredient is warm water. Then put your finger in the bowl.
"Let it sit and soak your fingers for a while," said the account owner.
photo: YouTube/ANAK DESA CREATIVE
Once it has soaked for a few minutes, remove your finger from the bowl. Press it with your other hand until the tip of your finger is visible.
"When you can see the tip, just pull it out using nail scissors. Well, this is it, it turns out the thorn is quite deep," he explained.
photo: YouTube/ANAK DESA CREATIVE
This way, it is guaranteed that you will not feel any pain at all. The fish bone will also not break when pulled out, as a result, your fingers can be active as usual. Just practice this trick if you experience a similar incident.
Tricks to relieve pain in the hand due to being pricked by a fish bone.
1. Wash immediately with clean water and soap.
After getting pricked, wash your hands with running water and soap to remove dirt and bacteria that can cause infection. Avoid rubbing the wound too hard so it doesn't hurt more.
2. Soak in warm salt water.
Prepare warm water mixed with salt, then soak the punctured hand for 10-15 minutes. Salt water can help reduce pain, remove dirt from the wound, and speed up healing.
3. Use coconut oil or olive oil.
Apply a small amount of coconut or olive oil to the punctured area. The natural ingredients in the oil can help reduce inflammation and reduce pain.
4. Compress with ice cubes.
If the pain is still felt, compress the wound using ice cubes wrapped in a clean cloth for a few minutes. The cold sensation from the ice can help reduce swelling and relieve pain.
5. Use antibiotic ointment.
Apply antibiotic ointment to the wound to prevent infection. Then, cover it with a bandage or gauze if necessary, especially if the wound is deep.
6. Check for any remaining thorns.
If it still hurts or there are signs of swelling that does not improve, check for any remaining thorns left in the skin. If it is difficult to remove, consult a medical professional immediately.
(brl/lut)
