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What is a burn?
Burns are a common household accident that can occur due to exposure to hot water, oil, fire, or electricity. The treatment varies according to the type and intensity of the burn. Through this article, we will know how to get instant relief from burns and what home remedies are.
1.Pour cold water
As soon as the burn occurs:-
Immediately wash the burned area with cold (but not ice-cold) water.
This reduces the skin temperature and prevents further damage to the skin.
Keep it in water for 10 to 15 minutes.
2. Aloe vera gel
Aloe vera has anti-inflammatory properties.
It provides instant relief from burning and helps heal the wound quickly.
Take a fresh aloe vera leaf, cut it to extract the gel, and apply it to the burnt area.
3. Cold milk or yogurt
Take a bowl of cold milk or yogurt.
Apply it to the burnt area with the help of cotton.
This provides coolness and relief from the burning sensation.
4. Raw Potato
Cut a raw potato and rub it directly on the burnt skin.
The starch present in the potato cools the skin and reduces the burning sensation.
5. Pure honey
Apply honey to the burnt area.
It has antiseptic and healing properties that help in healing the wound.
What not to do
Never apply ice directly — this can cause further damage to the skin.
Do not apply toothpaste, ghee, or oil — these can increase the burning sensation.
Do not burst the burn blister.
When to see a doctor?
If the burn is very deep.
The blister becomes very large, or pus starts forming.
The face, eyes, or genitals burn. (Home remedies to get instant relief from burns)
Conclusion
Don’t panic if you get a burn. You can get immediate relief by following the home remedies mentioned above. But if the burn is severe, consult a doctor immediately.
