Home Remedies for Minor Burns

Burn injuries occur relatively frequently. Minor burns can be caused by a number of household items, ranging from a curling iron to a hot pan. If you have suffered minor burn injuries, but aren’t sure how to treat them, here are a few first aid tips.

If you have suffered from a burn injury that was caused by another person’s negligence, you may be eligible to receive compensation for damages. Contact Cincinnati burn injury attorney Shawn M. Stepleton today by calling 513-321-7733 to schedule a free case evaluation.

Treating Minor Burns

If you have been exposed to a hot surface for a short period of time, you probably suffered a first degree burn. While extraordinarily painful, these burns should heal within 1-5 days, if treated. For a quicker recovery, try these home remedies:

Immediately submerge the burn in cool water for 10-15 minutes following the accident. If you fail to do this, your skin will continue to burn long after the heat has been removed. Do not use cold water, as this shock can cause death to skin and tissue cells. Apply aloe vera, a renowned treatment for burns, including sun burns. If you do not have aloe vera on hand, consider the following alternatives:

• Calendula oil
• Lavender oil
• Mustard
• Whole milk or cream

When pain is gone, apply a topical antibiotic, such as Neosporin, to reduce chances of an infection. If you believe you are suffering from a more severe burn, or if a substantial part of your body is affected, seek immediate medical care.

Contact Us

For more information about burn injury liability, contact Cincinnati personal injury lawyer Shawn M. Stepleton today at 513-321-7733.