Burns on fingers can be painful and uncomfortable, but there are several things you can do to help alleviate the pain and promote healing. Here are some tips for treating minor burns on fingers:

• Cool the burn: Immediately immerse the burned finger in cool tap water or apply cold, wet compresses for about 10 minutes or until the pain subsides.
• Remove tight items: Remove any rings or other tight items from the burned area as quickly as possible.
• Dont break blisters: Do not break a blister if its bigger than your little fingernail. If the blister does break, clean it with mild soap and water. Apply an antibiotic ointment, and cover the area with a bandage or gauze.
• Apply lotion: Applying moisturizer, aloe vera gel, or other pain relief gels may provide temporary relief. Do not slather on butter, as it retains heat and could be contaminated with bacteria.
• Cover the burn: Keep the wound covered with a loose dressing to help it stay clean and decrease pain.
• Take pain medication: Consider taking over-the-counter pain medication such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen to help relieve the pain and reduce inflammation.
• Protect the area from the sun: Once the burn heals, protect the area from the sun by seeking shade, wearing protective clothing, or applying a broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher. This will help minimize scarring, as the redness from a burn sometimes persists for weeks, especially in those with darker skin tones.

Its important to note that if the burn is severe or covers a large area, seek medical attention immediately. Additionally, if the pain level doesn’t change after 48 hours or if red streaks start spreading from the burn, call your doctor.