15.1 Minor Burn Wounds
| Type of Infection | First Line (with Dosage and Duration) |
Alternative First Line (with dosage and Duration) |
Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-degree burns | Pour cool, running tap water over the burn. Don't apply ice or ice pack. Apply aloe vera gel or thin layer of petroleum jelly. Protect area from the sun. |
For common etiological agents of Minor Burn Wounds, see Annexure B.15.1
Additional Information
- First-degree burns are mild (like most sunburns). The upper layer of skin (epidermis) turns red and is painful but doesn't typically blister.
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