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Burns
How can I treat a Burn?
The first and foremost thing is to cool the site of the burn down. Placing the burn under cool water for at least 10 -15 minutes (depending on the severity and size of the burn) to help remove the heat that caused the burn and to slow down any further damage to underlying tissue. Never use ice or any other ointments, creams, etc on burnt skin. This applies whether the injury is from a fire or sunburn. Should the burn be extensive (for instance more than 50-75mm in diameter or is on your face, hands, feet or genitals, you should see a doctor right away. Third-degree burns require emergency medical attention... (call an ambulance)
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What Kinds of Burns are there?
You can get burnt by heat and fire, radiation, sunlight, electricity or chemicals. There are 3 degrees of burns:
First-degree burns are red and painful. They swell a little. They turn white when you press on the skin. The skin over the burn may peel off after 1 or 2 days. They usually heal in 3 to 6 days.
Thicker burns, called second-degree burns, have blisters and are painful. The skin is very red or splotchy, and it may swell a lot. They usually heal in 2 to 3 weeks.
Third-degree burns cause damage to all layers of the skin. The burned skin looks white or charred. These burns may cause little or no pain because the nerves in the skin are damaged and can take a very long time to heal.
What Can I Do About Burns?
First-degree burn - Soak the burn in cool water. Then treat it with a skin care product like aloe vera cream or an antibiotic ointment. To protect the burned area, you can put a dry gauze bandage over the burn.
Second-degree burn - Soak the burn in cool water for at least 15 minutes. If the burned area is small, put cool, clean, wet cloths on the burn for a few minutes every day. Then put on an antibiotic cream, or other creams or ointments prescribed by your doctor. Change the dressing every day.
Third-degree burn - Don't take off any clothing that is stuck to the burn. Call an ambulance immediately.
Electrical and chemical burns?
A person with an electrical burn (for example, from a power line) should go to the hospital right away. Ensure that the power is turned off before touching the patient. A chemical burn should be washed with large amounts of water. Take off any clothing that has the chemical on it. Don't put anything on the burned area - see your doctor right away.
To be most effective, nutritional supplements work better in combination. It may be more beneficial to take a variety of Herbs or Nutrients for more rapid and complete healing...
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The following Combinations are those recommended for the treatment of Burns.
Supplements:
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Vitamins :-
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A, C, E (internally & topically)
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Minerals :-
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Zinc, Postassium
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Amino Acids :-
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L-Arginine, L-Ornithine
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Food Supplements :-
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Protein, Chlorophyl
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Herbs :-
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Aloe Vera
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Related Items:
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Caution: Always seek professional help for any serious disease. The products listed may be helpful in addition to Medical Treatment, however they are not intended to replace it. When in doubt seek Medical Advice.
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Lactobacillus acidophilus may assist in the relief of bloating, constipation, flatulence, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, cramping and irregular stools. It may improve allergies and atopic dermatitis. It may also be beneficial when you've taken antibiotics. As a bonus Lactobacillus acidophilus may help support your Urinary system.
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