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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Scalding | |||
| image = [[File:Scaldburn.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = A scald burn on the skin | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Redness]], [[pain]], [[blisters]], [[peeling skin]] | |||
| complications = [[Infection]], [[scarring]], [[shock (circulatory)|shock]] | |||
| onset = Immediate | |||
| duration = Varies, depending on severity | |||
| causes = [[Hot liquid]], [[steam]] | |||
| risks = [[Young children]], [[elderly]], [[occupational hazards]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[patient history]] | |||
| differential = [[Chemical burn]], [[sunburn]], [[friction burn]] | |||
| prevention = [[Temperature control]], [[protective clothing]], [[safety measures]] | |||
| treatment = [[Cool water]], [[pain relief]], [[antibiotic ointment]], [[dressing (medical)|dressing]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with prompt treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
'''Scalding''' is a type of [[burn]] injury caused by [[hot liquids]] or [[steam]]. It is a common household injury, particularly among children and the elderly. Scalds can vary in severity from minor to life-threatening and are classified based on the depth and extent of the burn. | |||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Scalding occurs when the skin comes into contact with hot liquids or steam. Common sources of scalds include: | Scalding occurs when the skin comes into contact with hot liquids or steam. Common sources of scalds include: | ||
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* [[Cooking liquids]] like soup or oil | * [[Cooking liquids]] like soup or oil | ||
* [[Steam]] from cooking appliances or industrial equipment | * [[Steam]] from cooking appliances or industrial equipment | ||
==Classification== | ==Classification== | ||
Scalds are classified similarly to other burns, based on the depth of the injury: | Scalds are classified similarly to other burns, based on the depth of the injury: | ||
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* '''Second-degree burns''': Extend into the second layer of skin ([[dermis]]), causing blisters, swelling, and severe pain. | * '''Second-degree burns''': Extend into the second layer of skin ([[dermis]]), causing blisters, swelling, and severe pain. | ||
* '''Third-degree burns''': Penetrate the full thickness of the skin, potentially affecting underlying tissues. These burns may appear white, charred, or leathery and can be painless due to nerve damage. | * '''Third-degree burns''': Penetrate the full thickness of the skin, potentially affecting underlying tissues. These burns may appear white, charred, or leathery and can be painless due to nerve damage. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of a scald depend on the severity of the burn: | The symptoms of a scald depend on the severity of the burn: | ||
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* Blisters and swelling (second-degree) | * Blisters and swelling (second-degree) | ||
* White or charred skin, numbness (third-degree) | * White or charred skin, numbness (third-degree) | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Immediate treatment for scalds includes: | Immediate treatment for scalds includes: | ||
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* Covering the burn with a clean, non-stick bandage | * Covering the burn with a clean, non-stick bandage | ||
* Seeking medical attention for severe burns | * Seeking medical attention for severe burns | ||
==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
Preventing scalds involves: | Preventing scalds involves: | ||
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* Testing bath water temperature before use | * Testing bath water temperature before use | ||
* Educating about the dangers of hot liquids and steam | * Educating about the dangers of hot liquids and steam | ||
==Complications== | ==Complications== | ||
Severe scalds can lead to complications such as: | Severe scalds can lead to complications such as: | ||
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* [[Contractures]] (tightening of the skin) | * [[Contractures]] (tightening of the skin) | ||
* [[Shock]] in extreme cases | * [[Shock]] in extreme cases | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Burn]] | * [[Burn]] | ||
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* [[Thermal injury]] | * [[Thermal injury]] | ||
* [[Skin grafting]] | * [[Skin grafting]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
{{Reflist}} | {{Reflist}} | ||
==External links== | ==External links== | ||
[[Category:Burns]] | [[Category:Burns]] | ||
[[Category:Injuries]] | [[Category:Injuries]] | ||
[[Category:Medical emergencies]] | [[Category:Medical emergencies]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions resulting from physical factors]] | [[Category:Skin conditions resulting from physical factors]] | ||
{{Burns and scalds}} | {{Burns and scalds}} | ||
{{medicine-stub}} | {{medicine-stub}} | ||
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| Scalding | |
|---|---|
| File:Scaldburn.jpg | |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Redness, pain, blisters, peeling skin |
| Complications | Infection, scarring, shock |
| Onset | Immediate |
| Duration | Varies, depending on severity |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Hot liquid, steam |
| Risks | Young children, elderly, occupational hazards |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, patient history |
| Differential diagnosis | Chemical burn, sunburn, friction burn |
| Prevention | Temperature control, protective clothing, safety measures |
| Treatment | Cool water, pain relief, antibiotic ointment, dressing |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally good with prompt treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Scalding is a type of burn injury caused by hot liquids or steam. It is a common household injury, particularly among children and the elderly. Scalds can vary in severity from minor to life-threatening and are classified based on the depth and extent of the burn.
Causes[edit]
Scalding occurs when the skin comes into contact with hot liquids or steam. Common sources of scalds include:
- Boiling water
- Hot beverages such as coffee or tea
- Cooking liquids like soup or oil
- Steam from cooking appliances or industrial equipment
Classification[edit]
Scalds are classified similarly to other burns, based on the depth of the injury:
- First-degree burns: Affect only the outer layer of the skin (epidermis), causing redness and pain.
- Second-degree burns: Extend into the second layer of skin (dermis), causing blisters, swelling, and severe pain.
- Third-degree burns: Penetrate the full thickness of the skin, potentially affecting underlying tissues. These burns may appear white, charred, or leathery and can be painless due to nerve damage.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of a scald depend on the severity of the burn:
- Redness and pain (first-degree)
- Blisters and swelling (second-degree)
- White or charred skin, numbness (third-degree)
Treatment[edit]
Immediate treatment for scalds includes:
- Removing the source of heat
- Cooling the burn with cool water (not ice) for at least 10-20 minutes
- Covering the burn with a clean, non-stick bandage
- Seeking medical attention for severe burns
Prevention[edit]
Preventing scalds involves:
- Keeping hot liquids out of reach of children
- Using stove guards and pot handles turned inward
- Testing bath water temperature before use
- Educating about the dangers of hot liquids and steam
Complications[edit]
Severe scalds can lead to complications such as:
- Infection
- Scarring
- Contractures (tightening of the skin)
- Shock in extreme cases
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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External links[edit]
