At a temperature just a few degrees higher, seconds exposure to an infant's skin will cause a burn that requires extensive surgery and rehabilitation. Teach your toddler that glass coverings on wood stoves and fireplaces are dangerous. A touch will cause skin loss, resulting in the body's inability to retain fluids and possibly infection. Keep your toddler away from the microwave. At this age, a child is capable of opening the microwave when a parent is not looking.
Hot food is a frequent cause of burns to children.
Treat burns promptly. Even small burns can be fatal if a child is malnourished and the burn is not quickly and properly treated. All rights reserved.