Burns
Burns are classified by the depth of skin involvement. First-degree burns result from injury on the superficial skin particularly at the epidermis level. Sunburn is a common example. Second-degree burns affect the dermis and are commonly seen in scalds and minor burns. The area is often painful and the epidermis would present with blisters. When healed, scarring might result. And if an infection develops, the healing process would be prolonged.
Skin Burns
Third-degree burns go deeper into the skin and may even involve the muscles and bones. This results from extended exposure to fire or hot liquids. Healing might involve time and grafting procedures. There is evident scarring and skin deformation. Chemical and electrical burns usually are categorized as second- and third-degree burns. For these types and deeper skin injuries, you should seek medical help as soon as you can.
For minor burns, self-treatment and first aid are usually done. Typical burn medications for small burns include the following: topical antiseptics and antibiotics. The affected area must be cleansed before applying these topicals. Also, avoid slathering butter or oils on the burn wound since it worsens the injury further.
Aside from the usual topical medications, herbal remedies contribute to the burn treatment. The table and the related links provided below will help you in the natural way of treating burns.
Herb, Description, Treatment & Procedures
Aloe Vera
(Aloe barbadensis miller liquid) Aloe vera, or sabila in the Philippines, is a medicinal plant with many benefits. It contains vitamins and amino acids that help regenerate the skin. Aloe vera extracts are often diluted in water for the treatment of eczema. Also, the gel can be applied directly to the affected skin.
Atsuete
(Bixa orellana Linn.) Atsuete (achuete) is a tree grown in the Philippines and used for its medicinal and food-colorant properties. It is popular for its reddish color. For the treatment of burns, atsuete leaves and seeds can be used. For small burns, fresh leaves are boiled in water; once cool, the burn area is soaked in it. Additionally, the pulp of the seeds prevents scarring and blistering. Ground and boiled seeds can also be used for burns.
Potato
(Solanum tuberosum) The potato plant has compound leaves believed to be poisonous. For medicinal use, flowers, roots and fruits are utilized. Traditional use of the potato poultices is used for small burns. It is applied directly on minor burn injuries.
Virgin Coconut Oil
(Cocos nucifera) Virgin coconut oil (VCO) is similar to regular coconut oil since it is rich in lauric acid, an essential fatty acid that is believed to fight viral, bacterial and parasitic pathogens. But VCO is unlike regular coconut oil because of its processing difference. VCO reportedly does not raise bad cholesterol levels, unlike regular coconut oil. Thus, VCO brings more medicinal benefits for the cure of many common illnesses. The benefits include boosting the body’s immune system, regulating blood sugar, lowering viral load of AIDS patients, helping hepatitis C and herpes patients, maintaining healthy thyroid functions, maintaining healthy cholesterol levels and, lastly, healing and nourishing the skin, hair and scalp. For the treatment of healed burn wounds, rubbing oil on the affected area will promote faster scar healing and skin nourishment.
Links for Further Burns Herbal Study
Philippine Herbs
1. Philippine Herbal Medicine
2. Herbal Medicine
3. Living in the Philippines
4. Stuart Exchange
5. Stuart Exchange
International Herbs
1. Drugs.com
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