Sodium nitrate, a preservative that's used in some processed meats, such as bacon, jerky and luncheon meats, could increase your heart disease risk. It's thought that sodium nitrate may damage your blood vessels, making your arteries more likely to harden and narrow, leading to heart disease.
For third degree burns, keep the burned area covered with a wet cloth as much as possible to keep more chemical from washing into the wound. Once the chemical has been washed away as much as possible, cover the burn area with a fresh, wet cloth, wrap your cat in a dry towel and take him to your veterinarian.
They will reduce redness and swelling. * A hydrocortisone cream also reduces redness and swelling. * An aloe vera plant (or gel) soothes the skin and helps to numb the pain. * Grind up some oatmeal, milk, honey, and aloe vera gel into a paste. Apply it directly to the burn. Let it sit for 10 or 15 minutes.It acts as a cool pack and can help prevent blisters.ow to treat a burn. Follow these steps to treat a minor burn from a grill or a stove. If you react in time, you may be able to avoid blisters and scars: * If you suffer a burn, get a cool pack not an ice pack. Apply it for 10 or 15 minutes.