What should not be eaten when a finger is scalded?

Written by Li Xiao Lin

Emergency Department

Updated on April 20, 2025

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It is advised not to eat spicy and irritating foods for burns on fingers, and to avoid smoking and drinking alcohol. It is recommended to drink more water regularly, consume more fresh vegetables and fruits, supplement vitamins, and eat foods high in protein and energy that are easy to digest. Enhancing nutrition can promote the recovery and improvement of burn tissues. Concurrently, it is necessary to engage in relevant targeted treatments such as medication changes, anti-infection measures, and gauze protection. It is also advised to reduce the activity of the affected limb to avoid worsening the injury.

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Should the burned skin on the finger be cut off?

Whether to cut off the skin after a finger burn depends on the specific circumstances and cannot be generalized. It depends on the cause of the finger burn. If the burn is caused by relatively clean boiling water, the skin does not need to be cut off after disinfection. The skin acts as a protective layer, similar to a dressing, which can reduce contact with foreign objects and minimize damage to the burn from external particles or foreign objects, therefore providing certain protection. However, if the burn is caused by contaminated substances, such as lime, and the finger is contaminated, the previously burned skin should be cut off. After cleaning, it is considered a foreign object that could potentially worsen an infection.

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Should blisters from burns be punctured?

Whether to prick a blister caused by a burn depends on the size of the blister. For smaller, dense blisters, it's generally not necessary to break them, as the fluid can be absorbed naturally. However, it's important to keep the wound clean to avoid secondary injury, and topical burn ointment can be applied. For larger blisters caused by burns, or those with high tension that interfere with daily activities or life, and are difficult to absorb, you can sterilize the area and then use a sterile needle to puncture the base of the blister to drain the fluid. Be sure to thoroughly clean out the fluid inside the blister. However, the blister skin should be kept intact to cover the skin, providing protection, reducing the risk of infection, and promoting recovery.

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What will happen if a burn on the finger is not treated?

The treatment of burns depends on the severity of the burn and cannot be generalized. For minor burns, such as when a finger is slightly red, indicating a mild burn, simply rinsing with water is adequate, and no special treatment is necessary. However, if the burn is more severe and has reached the dermis, it requires prompt attention. First, the area should be thoroughly rinsed with cold water for at least half an hour to quickly cool the area and alleviate the worsening of the condition. Additionally, it is crucial to seek further treatment at a hospital, where disinfection, bandaging, and possibly other examinations will be performed. If the burn is severe, treatments such as intravenous fluids and anti-infection measures may be necessary.

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How to treat a cold burn?

Low-temperature burns generally refer to chronic burns caused by prolonged contact with low-heat objects, such as hot water bottles, heaters, metal hand warmers, etc. These low-temperature heating devices, when in close contact for a long time, can easily cause skin burns, especially in the elderly and infants, who are more prone to local skin damage. Therefore, once a low-temperature burn occurs, it is important to cool the affected area promptly, including soaking and rinsing with cold water to achieve cooling and pain relief effects. Afterwards, the wound can be disinfected with iodophor and treated with burn medication. Mild low-temperature burns will gradually heal. Additionally, if significant skin damage has occurred, it may be necessary to consider using medications in combination, such as erythromycin ointment, all of which can help promote recovery of the affected area.

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Do you need to disinfect every day after a burn?

Whether daily disinfection is necessary after a burn depends on the condition of the burn. If it is a minor burn with only superficial reddening, it is not necessary to disinfect daily after the initial treatment on the first day. If the burn is more severe and blisters have formed, it is recommended to disinfect daily, apply burn ointment, and cover with a dressing to prevent infection. Additionally, it is advised to drink plenty of water, eat fresh vegetables and fruits, consume high-protein and nutritious foods to promote healing of the burn, and avoid spicy and irritating foods.