Which doctor should I see for burn (pure geche)?

See general surgeons first. A surgeon or burn unit treats burns that blister widely or are deep.

When should you go to hospital straight away?

A burn larger than the person's palm, deep white or charred skin, or burns of the face, hands or genitals; Chemical or electrical burns, smoke inhalation, hoarseness or breathing difficulty after a fire. Emergency number: 999.

Where can I find general surgeons?

Most general surgeons are listed in Dhaka (603), Cumilla (98), Rangpur (96), Chattogram (92), Tangail (65). Pick your district for chamber addresses.

Burn

For burn, see general surgeons first.

Burns can be caused by heat, electricity or chemicals. Once the area is safe, cool a heat burn with cool running water for 20 minutes; never touch someone who is still in contact with electricity.

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Go to hospital now

A burn larger than the person's palm, deep white or charred skin, or burns of the face, hands or genitals
Chemical or electrical burns, smoke inhalation, hoarseness or breathing difficulty after a fire

Call 999

Who to see: General Surgeons

A surgeon or burn unit treats burns that blister widely or are deep.

See a doctor today

A smaller burn in a child, or uncertainty about a burn's depth or care, without the emergency signs above

Common questions

Which doctor should I see for burn (pure geche)?: See general surgeons first. A surgeon or burn unit treats burns that blister widely or are deep.
When should you go to hospital straight away?: A burn larger than the person's palm, deep white or charred skin, or burns of the face, hands or genitals; Chemical or electrical burns, smoke inhalation, hoarseness or breathing difficulty after a fire. Emergency number: 999.
Where can I find general surgeons?: Most general surgeons are listed in Dhaka (603), Cumilla (98), Rangpur (96), Chattogram (92), Tangail (65). Pick your district for chamber addresses. Dhaka Cumilla Rangpur Chattogram Tangail