Ice is too cold for damaged skin, and direct contact can cause frostbite or further skin damage, which can worsen the burn.
Extreme cold can restrict blood flow to the affected area, which slows down the blood’s natural healing process.
Damaged and irritated skin is more prone to infection and if ice is applied on it it can create blisters and make it more worst.
Though it feels soothing at first, the intense cold can increase pain as nerves may react to the sudden temperature change.
If the ice is applied on a large burn, it can shock the system and affect your body temperature regulation.
The tissues beneath the skin layer can be damaged which can cause a minor burn to a major burn
Doctors and first aid guidelines advise against using ice on your burns, and they recommend cold water instead.
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