What should I do if my hands are burning from chili peppers?
Disease description:
While cooking at noon, I accidentally got chili pepper on my hand and it stings—my hand is slightly painful. What should I do?
If your hands are burned by chili peppers, immediately rinse them under cool running water, apply soap, and then rinse thoroughly with water. Repeat this process until symptoms improve. Alternatively, you can wrap an ice pack in gauze and apply it to the affected area to alleviate localized stinging and burning sensations. Additionally, calamine lotion may be applied to the affected skin to soothe irritation. If symptoms persist despite these measures, seek prompt medical attention at a reputable hospital to avoid delaying diagnosis and treatment.