Burns specialist in Kukatpally

Burns, even the milder ones hurt. Burns not only damage the skin making it look ugly but in certain cases they might injure the interior organs too. Dr.Ram Bhupal Rao is a well-known burns specialist in Kukatpally, who is experienced in providing comprehensive burns treatment that requires overall reconstruction with plastic surgery. Minor burns can be treated at home using proper first-aid procedure. However, in case of severe burns effecting the body parts such as hands, feet, face and groin areas, it is suggested to visit a burns specialist immediately. It can help the burn heal and prevent scars.

Burn symptoms include blisters, pain, swelling, white or charred skin, peeling skin etc. First few hours after the injury are very critical in curing the patient as the symptoms are worse during that period. In case of serious burns doctors perform a thorough assessment and look for other complications to recommend lab tests such as blood-test, X-ray test etc.

A burn can be considered serious when
• The burn covers more than 15% of the surface of an adult and 10% that of a child
• When the person suffering from burns has underlying medical condition such as Diabetes.
• When it is a third degree burn
• When the burn effects parts of the body like hands, feet or face

Burns that damage the skin on visible parts of the body such as face and hands might require skin grafts. Some burns leave a major part of the body dysfunctional. Third degree burns have the potential to cause serious infections such as heart rhythm disturbances caused by electrical burns, dehydration, contractures of muscles and skin. Hypotension induced by extreme low blood pressure can send patient into shock. The respiratory system in severe burns patients gets damaged and they need assistance in resuscitating it as well as in preventing such complication in patients who have predisposition towards contractures. Therefore there is dire necessity for follow up physiotherapy care for such patients. Burns patients not only suffer physical pain but also go through immense emotional trauma. At Anupama Hospitals, you can avail end to end therapies including the post recovery physiotherapy treatment.

Best burns specialist in Kukatpally

Treating burn injuries in time is very crucial for preventing infection and quick recuperation. Ours is a nearby locality hospital, with best burns specialist in Kukatpally that you can reach out to in emergencies. We are team of doctors who adopt multidisciplinary approach combining the latest techniques, psychological care, rehab services, and reconstructive surgery. We focus on aspects of treatment including, pain control, removal of dead tissue, preventing infection, scar removal and restoring the organ function.

Silent features our burns department

• 24*7 availability of experienced doctors, surgeons, injury prevention specialists, and nurses
• Dedicated psychriatrist to address the psychological needs of the patient
• Special care provided through breathing assistance, feeding tube, special diet facility at the hospital itself.