@article{ref1,
title="Second degree burn to mustard powder",
journal="Dermatology online journal",
year="2017",
author="Tartar, Danielle M. and Sharon, Victoria R.",
volume="23",
number="1",
pages="-",
abstract="Mustard seeds and powder are commonly used in homeopathic and traditional medicines, in which they are believed to have both anti-microbial andanti-inflammatory properties. They are therefore utilized in the treatment of conditions ranging from arthritis to respiratory congestion. Herein, we present a patient with a second degree burn who used mustard powder in the form of a mustard plaster to treat chest congestion. She experienced second degree burn wounds to the lower neck and chest, and recovery with complete re-epithelialization following topical silver sulfadiazine, liberal emollient therapy, and triamcinolone ointment. This case highlights the potential danger of inappropriate use of topical homeopathic remedies such as mustard powder and details a successful treatment regimen.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1087-2108",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}