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well i was steaming some veggies last night for my dinner and i wasnt careful enough when i took the lid of so my thumb caught a blast of steam.

it was really sore all night and ended up sleeping with it in a glass of water(not as easy as it sounds) and yes i held it under cold water for 10mins after it happened.
it's not so sore today but i put some savlon on it to try and help it heal, but when i was putting on the savlon i realised that the skin where it was burnt is now numb

it hasnt blistered or anything, my thumb is just rather red and patchy, especially by the nail.

im just a bit worried about the skin being numb, its not my actual thumb thats numb, just the skin if you get what i mean?

any advice?

im not very good w/ medical stuff but being a steam burn kinda thing i dont think you have anything to worry about. especially if it didnt blister. but im not really sure. id say if it doesnt get better soon to go to the doctor.

-Rachel

you did the right thing to get in under clod water quick etc to be honest ive only ever heard of numbness in burns which go as deep as the nervious tissues so im not sure what to sugest however if it continues or if the burn is bigger than a 50p you need to get it checked by a doctor

Ok, this sounds like a first degree burn, these affect only the outer layer of the skin. They cause pain, redness, and swelling.

FIRST AID FOR FIRST DEGREE BURNS

1. If the skin is unbroken, run cool water over the area of the burn or soak it in a cool water bath (not ice water). Keep the area submerged for at least 5 minutes. A clean, cold, wet towel will also help reduce pain.
2. Calm and reassure the person.
3. After flushing or soaking for several minutes, cover the burn with a sterile bandage (if available) or clean cloth.
4. Protect the burn from pressure and friction.
5. Over-the-counter pain medications, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen, may be used to help relieve the pain. They may also help reduce inflammation and swelling. DO NOT give children under 12 aspirin.
6. Minor burns will usually heal without further treatment.
7. Make sure the person is up-to-date on tetanus immunization.

Burns: Do Not

· DO NOT apply ointment, butter, ice, medications, fluffy cotton dressing, adhesive bandages, cream, oil spray, or any household remedy to a burn. This can interfere with proper healing.
· DO NOT allow the burn to become contaminated. Avoid breathing or coughing on the burn.
· DO NOT disturb blistered or dead skin.
· DO NOT remove clothing that is stuck to the skin.
· DO NOT give the person anything by mouth if there is a severe burn.
· DO NOT immerse a severe burn in cold water, this can cause shock.
· DO NOT place a pillow under the person's head if there is an airway burn and he or she is lying down. This can close the airway.