Question
My son has been burned by boiling water on his wrist and back of his hand, peeling skin, and several blisters have formed. We have applied medicine, but I am very worried. Will my child leave a scar in this situation, and what precautions should we take?
Answer
Dear, if there are blisters after the burn, it is a superficial second-degree burn. Such burns typically take about a month to heal completely and usually do not leave scars. However, if the burn is deeper, scars or hyperpigmentation are likely to occur. Currently, we need to regularly apply burn medication to the child, especially when the burn is deeper, as it is certain to leave scars or hyperpigmentation. Therefore, please apply the burn treatment medication to your child regularly.