Second, although toothpaste can relieve the pain caused by burns, toothpaste is used for brushing teeth, not medicine. If the scalded skin is seriously damaged, it is best to go to a hospital for treatment to avoid serious wound infection. Toothpaste itself is sterile. If toothpaste is used for a long time, there will inevitably be microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses. It is better to go to the hospital for treatment.
1. Experts said that because the hot air of the wound was covered by toothpaste and other substances, the hot air had to spread to the depths of subcutaneous tissue, resulting in deeper burns.
2. Toothpaste is easy to accumulate exudate, breed bacteria and cause infection. Experts suggest that the best way to treat burns is to wash the wound with cold water, such as directly putting it under the tap and washing it with tap water for 10 minutes, or soaking the affected area with cold water to cool down the hot air, so as to relieve the pain and reduce the degree of injury.
Experts also remind everyone that if the burn area is too large, you must send it to the doctor immediately. Severe burns or burns can cause dehydration, renal failure, and even life-threatening. Don't be careless.
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