How to Stop the Burning in First Degree Burns Temporarily

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Determine if you have a first or second degree burn.. Cool the skin.. Ice the burn if you still feel pain.

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1

Determine if you have a first or second degree burn.

Step 1

Determine if you have a first or second degree burn.

2

Cool the skin.

Step 2

Cool the skin.

3

Ice the burn if you still feel pain.

Step 3

Ice the burn if you still feel pain.

4

Apply an antibiotic and wrap the burn if blisters develop.

Step 4

Apply an antibiotic and wrap the burn if blisters develop.

5

Take pain medication.

Step 5

Take pain medication.

6

Apply aloe vera gel.

Step 6

Apply aloe vera gel.

7

Apply a topical anesthetic spray, like solarcaine.

Step 7

Apply a topical anesthetic spray, like solarcaine.

8

Protect the burn from sun damage and other discomfort.

Step 8

Protect the burn from sun damage and other discomfort.

9

Watch for infection.

Step 9

Watch for infection.

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