Burns (Minor)

What causes minor burns?

Minor burns can occur from unexpected accidents at home or work, such as spilling hot liquids or chemicals or touching a hot surface. You can also burn your skin after spending time in the sun without sunscreen protection.

If left untreated, minor burns can become infected and cause complications like permanent skin damage. 

NewMed Immediate Care provides urgent care appointments for adults and kids with minor burns. Flexible scheduling is available, so you can avoid the hassles of the hospital emergency room and get treatment for a painful burn without delays. 

The skilled medical team uses the latest treatments to ease pain and other burn symptoms. They also recommend strategies you can use to help your skin heal fully without risk of infection or scars.

When should I see a doctor about minor burns?

Schedule an evaluation at NewMed Immediate Care if you or your child has a burn that causes severe pain, blisters, bleeding, or minor burns that don’t heal within 10 days of treating them at home.

You should also meet with the medical team if you burn a large area of skin or if the burn damages delicate areas, such as the face, hands, feet, or genitals.

The providers offer comprehensive care in-office for first-degree burns larger than 2 inches in diameter. They can also treat second-degree and third-degree minor burns that affect tissues deep beneath the skin. 

Medical attention is necessary for adults and kids with a severe sunburn that causes skin blisters, nausea, or headaches.

How are burns treated?

The NewMed Immediate Care providers complete an assessment of your skin to check for signs of infection. They can also clean the area to remove germs, debris, and dead skin.

Topical medications are available to numb the skin and help it heal. The team may cover the area with clean gauze to keep away debris and prevent infection.

Your care plan for a minor burn might also include:

• Pain relievers
• Oral antibiotics
• Anti-inflammatories
• Ice therapy

Your provider continues to monitor your recovery during follow-up visits. They can recommend hydrating creams or lotions that protect and nourish your skin as it heals.

Your provider can also suggest a high-quality sunscreen you and your family can use to prevent sunburns and permanent skin damage. 

Call the NewMed Immediate Care office nearest you to schedule a consultation for minor burns or book an appointment online today. You can also access burn care as a walk-in.