Firstly make sure to remove the heat source immediately
Sounds obvious, but seconds matter.
Move away from the flame, hot oil, or steam.
Take off jewelry or tight clothing near the burn before swelling starts
Cool — don’t freeze — the burn
Run cool or lukewarm water over it for 20 minutes.
Never use ice or very cold water it cuts blood flow and deepens the damage.
Assess the Burn — Know What You’re Dealing With
Because the right response depends on how deep the burn goes
•Looks like: Red, dry, and painful — like a mild sunburn.
•What to do: Cool the area with lukewarm water for 15–20 minutes, apply aloe vera or burn gel, and keep it clean.
•Looks like: Blisters, swelling, shiny or wet surface, very painful.
•What to do: Cool gently with lukewarm water, don’t pop blisters, cover with sterile gauze, and get medical care — infection risk is high.
•Looks like: White, brown, or charred skin. May feel numb.
•What to do: Do not use water or remove stuck clothing. Cover with a clean, dry cloth and call emergency services immediately.
The deeper the burn, the more likely skin grafting and physiotherapy will be needed to prevent permanent stiffness or deformity.
•Looks like: Blackened or exposed muscle/bone — often painless due to nerve destruction.
•What to do: Call for emergency help immediately.
Cover with a clean, dry cloth, keep the person warm, and treat for shock until help arrives.
If it blisters — cover it.
If it’s white or black — call for help.
Kindly share to family and friends
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