Question
The baby boy was scalded by hot water around 7 AM on September 6, 2019. Blisters formed on the same day in the afternoon, and they were popped. Today, the popped areas have turned red (with a little blood-like substance). Will there be scars?
Answer
A 14-month-old child suffered facial burns from hot water, which is classified as a single-burn injury and a shallow second-degree burn. Attention should be given to wound hygiene. After cleaning and disinfection, apply burn ointment for treatment. Generally speaking, scars should not form.