yo guys in the last week its been rough at work
yesterday i was trying repair a computer and I was working on rewiring everything, stupid thing shocked me
three times
now i have burns on my fingers, got any good advice for burns its not major they just sting

put ice on them

I like aloe

Burnt skin has a tendency to get easily infected. You should keep the burns protected at all times with antiseptic bandages.

You should also probably see a doctor just to be certain that you didn't suffer any nerve damage as a result of the electrical shock that caused the burns.

Also as a bit of advice for the future. Unplug the computer before you start working on its parts.

I hear that an actual doctor would know what to do...

You know that everyone on the Bethesda forums is a doctor right? Right?

I'm going to have to ask you to present your doctorate now.

It's true. And I prescribe amputation. Or an aspirin and a lie down for half an hour.

Oh, come on, it doesn't take a rocket scientist to know first aid! :rolleyes:

For burns like that, you probably want some antibiotic cream that has silver (yes, the metal) in it. It's a good antimicrobial substance, though prolonged use can cause some temporary discoloration and isn't all that great for your skin (in the long term, of course).

The usual first aid stuff applies: wash the wound with water and/or a wound wash or hydrogen peroxide (which would sting a lot, so maybe go with a gentle wound wash). You want to use gauze pads that won't leave fibers everywhere, that would hurt when it comes time to change the bandage and it's stuck to your scab. Change the dressing frequently. It's good to keep it covered, but it's also important to let it get some air - maybe when you are relaxing and know you don't need to protect the wounds from contamination or being roughed up.

Of course, if it starts getting infected or starts hurting more, then definitely see a doctor. But there's no reason you can't dress it yourself and monitor it - as long as you feel comfortable doing so.

EDIT: oh, if they are not major burns, then just keep a bandaid on. I burnt myself with the hot glue gun a few years ago. It makes a nasty blister, it stings, it hurts. Keep it covered with a bandage when you're using your hands; when you're just chilling and watching TV, take the bandage off and let the burns get some air. Yes, it'll hurt and sting with contact to the air, but does help the healing process. Just try not to put a lot of pressure on the burn areas, or do anything else to irritate it. And yeah, icing it can help reduce swelling, so there's no harm in icing it for 15 or 30 minutes at a time.

DISCLAIMER: I'm not a professional, but these are already things you probably know to do with treating wounds. Minor burns don't need too much special treatment, the usual routine (wash, cover, antibiotics, etc.) will probably work fine. But, if you feel like they are infected, or the burn isn't healing as fast as you think it should, then, if you can, visiting a doctor might be beneficial, they might be able to prescribe special ointment or something that will help your burns.

Ice and some ointment... burned myself a few months ago when a hot pan nearly fell on my feet which I prevented by catching it with my hand.

Yup, Ice and/or aloe or something similar.

You sound like that Mr. Handy who was drafted to be the doctor in Vault 101. :bolt:

My mom slathered this stuff on me when I was a kid for burns. Made it feel better. I can't remember the last time I burned myself as an advlt (to the point I'd need something on it).

http://www.amazon.com/Unguentine-Antiseptic-Ointment-Burns-1Oz/dp/B000GCLUB0

I knew I'd got that idea from somewhere, I just couldn't remember where; thanks! :hehe:

Stay busy.

Redirect the mind to take it off the burn.

Ideas might include:
Punching a brick wall with your other hand
Watching your least favorite politician (if your blood pressure can take it)
Work
Exercise
Engorssing movie or book
Woody Woodpecker cartoons (this worked for me with a broken arm in 4th grade)
Jumping on the bed (fun, and can even lead to a broken bed or head...each of which would take your mind off your fingers! )

um...ya...just stay busy if the burns aren't bad. Perhaps a mild OTC pain killer as well, just like a sun burn.

Kick the burn in the baby-maker.

Alais's advice already is pretty good, but it also assumes that it's of, say, a second-degree burn variety. If it's just a first-degree burn (Which I'm *assuming* it is) the best thing to do really, is to keep it moist and keep it cool (treat it like a normal sunburn). Take some tylenol, put some aloe vera lotion on it, and tough it out for a few days.

i do this for a living do you honestly think i didnt unplug it, but i did it like a second after unplugging cause i was in a hurry

aloe vera works wonders with burns.

Ice and ointment are your friends!

I kinda hate how everyone's talking about him needing a doctor. Guys do you know what EXPERIENCE is?

When someone asks about this kind of stuff he wants to know whether you had experience with burns etc not make something up.

Since the highest voltage on the output side of the power supply is only 12 VDC, I can't imagine it doing any more than making the hair stand up on your arm...

If it did go as far as to leave a burn on your finger, it's hardly something to see a MD, or seek medical care over.
Just buck it up for a day or two, or if you really think you need it, some burn cream or the juice from an aloe vera cactus will help.

Don't. It only makes it worse.

They don't sound bad, just sit it out...

Burnt the back of my hand pretty severely years ago. Lets just say it involved about a 1/4lb of black powder, an idiot (myself) and a lighter. Anywho, most drugstores carry a product called http://www.amazon.com/2nd-Skin-Burn-Pad-Box/dp/B0009Q024E It's a moist gelatinous pad that you can apply to burns. It helps protect them from infection, and they cool the burning sensation. I would guess that my burns were probably second degree (never got treatment) and I made it through using just those. Mind you, any serious injury requires medical attention. I didn't seek it because I was young, drunk, and had no insurance.

.. and speaking of help with injuries, I just tried to surgically remove a finger tip with the rim of a dog food can. Any suggestions?

I find that swearing helps quite a lot. Whereas letting the dog finish the job would probably be a less good idea.

Copious amounts of swearing...

And as such, the dog wasn't coming anywhere near me.