Question
How should one handle blisters and skin breakage after a burn?
Answer
After a burn, it is important to maintain the cleanliness and dryness of the wound. Avoid soaking in water after rinsing with cold water. The wound will naturally dry out in about 2 to 3 days. At this point, you can apply a moisturizing burn ointment, which has the effects of clearing heat and detoxifying, promoting blood circulation, removing blood stasis, healing boils, nourishing the skin, moisturizing the skin, improving microcirculation, and enhancing regional immune function. If the wound area is not large, it usually takes about a week for the scab to form and the wound to heal. It is advisable to avoid using purple medicine water or mercuric red for application on the burn, as this may affect the observation of the wound changes.