First degree burns only affect the outer or top layer of skin. Know what you should do first to treat this kind of injury. For All Burns 1. Stop Burning Immediately Put out the fire or stop the person's contact with hot liquid, steam, or other material. ...
Look for bruising and swelling.A contusion crushes your muscle fibers and connective tissues without causing damage to your skin. Your skin may turn a blue-ish, purple color as the result of blood pooling underneath your skin. Swelling may also occur along the inside of your knee. Visit with...
Prescription NSAIDs may be used when stronger or long-acting medications are needed, often to treat chronic pain. Their interaction with forms of the cyclooxygenase enzyme (COX) is a factor in safety and efficacy, as are a person's specific health history and other treatments for any underlying...