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[–] atomicbocks@sh.itjust.works 0 points 1 week ago (6 children)

Depending on the severity and type of the burn, and the amount of time that has passed (ideally none), actually yes you would.

[–] LostXOR@fedia.io 0 points 1 week ago (4 children)

Sounds very counterintuitive, you got a source for that?

[–] atomicbocks@sh.itjust.works 0 points 1 week ago (3 children)

Most reputable sources will specifically say “not cold”. Both first aid trainings I have taken have outlined specific cases where starting with warm and then moving slowly to cool water will help prevent blisters.

YMMV.

[–] entwine413@lemm.ee 0 points 1 week ago

Hot water and warm water are different things

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