Jeffrey S Guy, M.D., M. Sc.  
Male

Specialties: Burn Surgery, Trauma Surgery, Critical Care Medicine, Med Spec/Interest 4 General Surgery, Pre-Hospital Care


Vanderbilt Burn Center
615-936-0182
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville - TN
Lab. Mistake HCL acid inhale
Apr 07, 2008 02:55PM in the Burns Expert Forum
Inhalation of acid can cause severe inhalation injuries;however, a preservative that you described is not strong enough to cause you the harm that worries you.
Will my burn heal?
Apr 07, 2008 02:54PM in the Burns Expert Forum
>>>My questions are this: -What type of burn does this seem like (2nd degree deep partial thickness)? -How long does this wound take to heal, if at all? -Does the white discoloration fade over time, matching more of my normal skin tone.? -How long can I expect for this type of wound to normalize into a permanent state? -What are the types of techniq...
Chemical sinus burn
Apr 07, 2008 02:50PM in the Burns Expert Forum
This is a unique problem. A burn to a sinus cavity would typically fall under the speciality of ENT surgery. That is where I would start.
nair burn on face
Apr 07, 2008 02:48PM in the Burns Expert Forum
Burns to the face are best treated by a simple application of a mild topical antibiotics such as neosporin or bacitracin. Even vasoline will work well. Unfortunately, the body will heal at its own rate.
Rhojo
Apr 07, 2008 02:46PM in the Burns Expert Forum
The pain can be from several causes. Commonly people have what is called neuropathic pain. When the skin was injured, the nerves in and beneath the skin were also injured. This can create a condition called neuropathic pain and in very severe conditions, complex regional pain syndrome. Consultation with burn specialist, pain expert, or neurologist might ...
Ms. Hasten
Apr 04, 2008 02:01PM in the Burns Expert Forum
Medical treatment is always a good idea especially with face burns, but few providers have such experience. With face burns the key really is to keep the area moist or covered. Typically medications such as bacitracin, collagenase, or gentamycin are used on face burns. One can even use vasoline with good results. Do not use the usual antibiotic cream sil...