Burns
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Do you have a chemical burn?
See significance of a chemical burn if you need information to help you answer the question below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Note: If you are unable to reach your health professional immediately, call the local Poison Control Center or your National Poison Control Hotline (1-800-222-1222). When you call the Poison Control Center, have the chemical container with you, so you can read the content label to the Poison Control staff member. The Poison Control Center can help determine what steps to take next.
Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Do you have a chemical burn?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA | Last Updated: February 2, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine | |
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