What can be done to relieve the burning sensation on hands after cutting chili peppers?
Disease description:
A friend is coming to my house for lunch today. I prepared many dishes, but after chopping chili peppers, my hands feel very spicy and slightly painful. Is there anything I can do to relieve this?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Junfeng
The burning sensation on the hands after cutting chili peppers is mainly due to alkaline substances in the peppers that irritate the skin's blood vessels and pain nerves. In such cases, patients should repeatedly rinse their hands with clean water to remove any residual chili material and help alleviate discomfort. Additionally, applying ice packs externally can help lower the temperature of the affected skin and promote blood vessel constriction, thereby relieving symptoms.
