What is the first thing to do when someone gets burned?

Cool the burn area immediately. Use cool (not refrigerated cold) running water for at least 10–15 minutes. This helps reduce pain and prevents the burn from getting worse.

Key First Aid Steps:

• Remove the person away from source of heat or flame.
• Cool the area with running water—do not apply ice.
• Cover the burn with a clean, non-stick cloth or dressing.
• Never apply creams, oils, or toothpaste.
• Let the blisters stay till they heal on their own.

When the burn victim should you go to a hospital burn unit?

Simple burns can be taking care at home or though doctor consultation at OPD. Some burns that are deep, cover large area, around sensitive organs need admission in burns unit.

When the victim needs to admit to a burn unit:

• The size of the burn area is larger than the palm.
• The burn has impacted the face, hands, feet, or genitals.
• There are big blisters, white or charred skin.
• There is breathing difficulty (possible inhalation injury).
• The burn is caused by chemicals, electricity, or hot liquids.
• The burn is third-degree or worse.
• The patient is a child, elderly, or has other comorbidities.

Why choose Desun Hospital’s Burn Unit?

Desun Hospital offers one of the most advanced burn care facilities in Eastern India, with NABH accreditation ensuring global standards of safety and care.

Features & Facilities at Desun Burn Unit:

• 24×7 Emergency Response Team for all types of burns.
• Dedicated Burn ICU with infection control protocols.
• Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons.
• Advanced wound care including skin grafting and dressing.
• Pain management and psychological support.
• Multidisciplinary team including nutritionists and physiotherapists.
• Post-burn rehabilitation for long-term recovery.
• A complete super speciality hospital with many medical departments all under one roof

Desun Hospital burn specialists treat everything from first-degree burns to complex third-degree injuries. There is facility for modern burn care treatment.
Desun Hospital is open 365 days 24 hours even at midnight and during all festivals with complete emergency medical care facilities. Just Call : 9051715171

How can we prevent burns accidents at home?

Burns are mostly preventable by staying cautious. A few smart habits can protect us and our loved one’s from burn accidents.

Prevention Tips:

• Keep hot liquids, chemicals and appliances out of reach from children.
• Use protective gear while cooking or handling chemicals
• Clean the kitchen chimneys, LPG gas ovens, exhaust fans clean of oil and dirt.
• Check LPG gas, ovens while leaving kitchen and put them off
• Install smoke detectors and check them regularly
• Wear cotton clothes well fitted near open flames
• Store flammable items safely

Final Word

Burns are serious—but with the right knowledge, one can respond quickly and confidently. For severe burns, always seek help from a specialized burn unit like Desun Hospital, where expert care meets international standards.
Want to know more or book an emergency consultation? Visit – https://desunhospital.com/department/burn-unit/