donuticus Posted January 7, 2007 Share Posted January 7, 2007 While cleaning my flat managed to spill very hot water down my front and arm. Got the shirt of very quickly, but still managed to scald myself quite badly. I've had a cold shower, the skin isnt broken would it be worth putting after sun on to stop the tingling ? Any other suggestions would be gratefully appreciated ! And yes I know I'm a berk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fox20thc Posted January 7, 2007 Share Posted January 7, 2007 A bag of frozen peas wrapped in a teatowel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fox20thc Posted January 7, 2007 Share Posted January 7, 2007 ps: OUCH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
parcher Posted January 7, 2007 Share Posted January 7, 2007 Agreed. Normal thing would be to keep running cold water on it until the tingling/heat stops, but by that time you would be a block of ice in this weather, so I agree with the frozen stuff. Don't go putting on any creams of any form, the heat in the scald will "fry" you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fox20thc Posted January 7, 2007 Share Posted January 7, 2007 Treatment of Minor Burns and Scalds DO NOT use adhesive dressings. DO NOT break blisters, or interfere with the injured area. DO NOT apply lotions, ointments, creams, or fats to the injured area. * Cool the injured part with copious amounts of cold water for about 10 minutes to stop the burning and relieve the pain. If water is unavailable, any cold, harmless liquid such as milk or canned drinks will suffice. * Gently remove any jewellery, watches, or constricting clothing from the injured area before it starts to swell. * Cover the injury with a sterile dressing, or any clean, non-fluffy material to protect from infection. A clean plastic bag or kitchen film may be used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donuticus Posted January 7, 2007 Author Share Posted January 7, 2007 Thanks for the advice. Looking on the bright side I dont think ill ever have to shave my chest again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sTaGeWaLkEr Posted January 7, 2007 Share Posted January 7, 2007 Thanks for the advice. Looking on the bright side I dont think ill ever have to shave my chest again. Donut, if it's that bad, it might be worth a visit to A&E just to check that you don't need any medical intervention? Try and let the air get to it too. If it's possible, don't wear a shirt for a little while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donuticus Posted January 7, 2007 Author Share Posted January 7, 2007 Tbh it's getting much better now, glad I got my shirt off and got into the shower as quick as I did. Sadly Im still hairy enough to be mistaken for the missing link:mad: Thanks for the advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astronaut77 Posted January 7, 2007 Share Posted January 7, 2007 Once the initial inflamation goes down, I would highly recommend a burns cream called Acriflex - you can buy it from most chemists (apart from Boots - they don't sell it for some reason). Its fantastic stuff and will stop any blistering or scarring. Hope its a lot better soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarolW Posted January 7, 2007 Share Posted January 7, 2007 If the scald is over a large area and starts to blister, it would probably be a good idea to get off to hospital.... I manged to empty a kettle of boiling water down my legs (once!!!) and I had a week in the burns unit!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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