Steam Eye Mask Use Linked To Low Temperature Burns
A report from CNR Voice of China indicates that steam eye masks are trending on social media due to incidents of low temperature burns. These injuries are characterized by three levels: mild redness and pain, moderate stinging with blisters, and severe tissue damage. The report notes that the risk is high because the sensation of heat is often subtle and difficult to detect during sleep. Experts specify that low-temperature burns occur in the 44 to 50 degree Celsius range and warn against wearing masks for an entire night due to dulled sensation during sleep. Safe usage is limited to 15 to 20 minutes, with a maximum of 30 minutes. Medical experts are warning about skin damage caused by disposable steam eye masks that appear safe because they do not feel hot.
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“最近有一条明星遭遇到蒸汽眼罩 低温烫伤的话题上了热搜”
“Recently, the topic of low-temperature burns caused by steam eye masks has become a trending topic. Guo Wei, associate director of the emergency department at Peking University People's Hospital, said...”
“Guo Wei, deputy director of the emergency department at Peking University People's Hospital, said that while people think they are safe if it doesn't feel hot, low-temperature burns can still occur.”
“Many people wear disposable steam eye masks and feel they are warm, comfortable, and help with sleep. However, this topic of low temperature burns has sounded an alarm for the public.”
“Guo Wei, deputy director of the emergency department at Peking University People's Hospital, said that even if it doesn't feel hot or painful, heat accumulation over time can cause deep tissue damage.”
“Guo Wei director detailed the three levels of damage for low temperature burns. Mild burns manifest as skin... even if there is no obvious redness and swelling on the visual surface, the deep layers have already suffered damage.”
“It is subconsciously thought to be relatively safe, ignoring the long contact time and the accumulation of heat. Even if the skin surface does not show obvious redness and swelling, the deep layers have already been damaged.”
“It's a gradual accumulation of heat... even if the skin surface doesn't show obvious redness or swelling, the deep layers have already been damaged.”
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