Infections are less likely with a small, minor first-degree burn than with a second-, third-, or fourth-degree burn. Regardless of the severity of your burn, you should take infections seriously. Infections in burn wounds can delay healing, increase scarring, and can even be life-threatening. They can lead to sepsis, a blood infection which can be [...]
Second-degree, third-degree, and fourth-degree burns are susceptible to infection. Follow your doctor’s orders to prevent infection, know what an infected burn looks like, monitor your burn wound so you know if it is infected, and report any signs of infection to your doctor immediately. Symptoms of a burn infection may include: Fever Increased pain Red [...]
Mupirocin is an antibacterial cream that requires a prescription. The brand name is Bactroban. Doctors may prescribe it for deep, severe burns or to treat MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. What is MRSA? MRSA infection is caused by staph bacteria that are resistant to many antibiotics, though it may still be susceptible to some antibiotics, [...]
One of the most dangerous complications of a burn that many people are not aware of is the risk of a burn injury infection. Burn wounds, particularly third-degree and fourth-degree burns, are susceptible to bacterial infections. Many of these infections are painful and potentially life threatening. Of course, the best way to handle bacterial infections [...]
The amount you may recover depends on the extent of your injuries. Your family members may also be entitled to compensation, to the extent that your injury affected their relationship with you.
