. Virginia medical semi-monthly . ect a cure in every case. In burns of the first degree, the exclusionof air by some simple application will in themajority of cases suffice. When the burn is of the second or third 364 THE VIRGINIA MEDICAL SEMI-MONTHLY. [November 26, degree or greater, the indications are milchthe same as in treating other wounds. When blebs form, they should be openedcarefully without detaching the skin, as thisforms an excellent protection to the denudedarea beneath. Some antiseptic should be keptin contact with the raw surfaces to keep themclean, which is conducive to rapid
. Virginia medical semi-monthly . ect a cure in every case. In burns of the first degree, the exclusionof air by some simple application will in themajority of cases suffice. When the burn is of the second or third 364 THE VIRGINIA MEDICAL SEMI-MONTHLY. [November 26, degree or greater, the indications are milchthe same as in treating other wounds. When blebs form, they should be openedcarefully without detaching the skin, as thisforms an excellent protection to the denudedarea beneath. Some antiseptic should be keptin contact with the raw surfaces to keep themclean, which is conducive to rapid healingsuch as: 1, boric acid ointment; 2, acetate in the hands of the writer it has given nobetter results than other less objectionableremedies. It is objectionable because it im-pairs a yellow stain to the skin and has beenknown to produce carboluria. A solution of Epsom salts applied on gauzeand kept moist is most useful, as it relievespain, reduces inflammation, is non-toxic, cleanand easv to obtain. The continuous baths of.
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