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Bookmark or Share- Mayo Clinic Q and A: Treating burnsSecond-degree burns larger than 2 inches; an electrical burn; or more severe, third-degree burns — where skin is burned away, charred black or appears dry white — all require emergency medical attention.
- Burning mouth syndrome - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicOverview. Burning mouth syndrome is the medical term for ongoing or recurring burning in the mouth without an obvious cause. You may feel this burning on your tongue, gums, lips, inside of your cheeks, roof of your mouth or large areas of your whole mouth.
- Chemical burns: First aid - Mayo ClinicFor major chemical burns, apply first aid as follows until emergency help arrives. For minor burns, take the same steps. A minor burn might need emergency care if it affects the eyes, mouth, hands or genital areas. Babies and older adults might need emergency care for minor burns as well.
- Burns: First aid - Mayo ClinicBurns are tissue damage from a variety of sources. Examples are hot liquids, the sun, flames, chemicals, electricity and steam. Kitchen-related injuries from hot drinks, soups and microwaved foods are common among children. Major burns need emergency medical help. Minor burns can usually be treated with first aid.
- Home Remedies: Best treatment for burns - Mayo Clinic News NetworkTreatment of burns depends on the location and severity of the injury. Sunburns and small scalds can usually be treated at home. Deep or widespread burns need immediate medical attention.
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