How to heal oil burns

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The oil burns They are not something as simple as it seems, since this product can reach high temperatures during cooking, producing, in cases of major accidents, even third degree burns.

To know if we can act at home or should we go immediately to a doctor, the first thing we should do is identify the type of injury and know its severity. In our articles how to identify a first degree, second degree and third degree burn we explain its characteristics in detail.

You should know that all third degree burns must be attended to immediately by a medical professional, while first and second degree burns can be treated at home with few exceptions.

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If you are sure that the oil burn is mildThe first thing you should do is remove any clothing that the oil may have gotten onto to begin treating the injury. If the fabric of your clothing has stuck to the burn, DO NOT remove it or you could cause a major injury.

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The next step in treating oil burns is to refresh the affected area with plenty of cold water for 5 minutes continuous. The cool water will help soothe the burning and pain caused by the burn while reducing inflammation, it will also prevent the injury from expanding and will facilitate the elimination of any oil residue that may be in the area.

Do not apply ice or any other cold product under any circumstances, only water.

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The cold water will have helped to calm the burning, now you will have to clean the injury and make sure that, indeed, it is not too serious. Wash the affected area With water and preferably neutral soap, do it gently but eliminating any residue that may have remained on the skin.

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Once clean, it is very important to hydrate the lesion to begin the process of cure oil burn. If there is any blister don’t bust itYou must wait for it to release the liquid it has inside by itself. At this point you can do 3 things, all effective:

• Apply a special cream for burns, which will not only help with healing but will also soothe pain and discomfort.
• If you have one aloe vera plant at home then cut a leaf and apply a little of its pulp on the lesion, as this substance is ideal to soothe discomfort and promote healing. If you don’t know how to do it, read our article How to use aloe vera for burns.
• If you don’t have any of the above products at home, then you can apply petroleum jelly to the burn, which will also help reduce discomfort and promote healing.

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Once the cream or natural product has been applied, it is recommended to cover the burn with gauze only if we are going to carry out tasks that may generate an infection, for example continue in the kitchen, manipulate objects if the burn is on the hand, etc. When we do not perform these tasks, it is best leave the lesion uncovered to promote healing.

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It is very important to continue applying the cream, aloe vera or petroleum jelly 3 times a day for at least 3 days or as long as necessary for the injury to begin to heal. Before doing so, you should always wash it with soap and water to clean it. It is also recommended do not cover the injury with makeup as this could lead to an infection.

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Now that you know heal an oil burn In which cases should you see a doctor immediately? It is recommended to do so if:

• The burn is in areas such as the face or genitals.
• If the lesion is larger than the palm of a hand.
• When you are not sure of the degree of the burn.
• If extreme pain or redness occurs.
• When the affected person is in a state of shock.
• If fever occurs.

This article is merely informative, at oneHOWTO we do not have the power to prescribe any medical treatment or make any type of diagnosis. We invite you to see a doctor in the case of presenting any type of condition or discomfort.

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