ouch! cooking burns certainly aren't uncommon. i'm sorry you've had to experience one. a burn caused by a hot pan is called a "thermal burn. " a burn that blisters is considered a second-degree burn. however a burn the size of a dime probably isn't something that requires medical attention. you should be able to treat this at home though be aware second-degree burns can cause a scar after they heal. a few don'ts: don't put ice or butter on the burn don't pop the blister appropriate home treatment for minor second-degree burns includes: rinse the burn in cool water and/or apply cool compresses to help with pain control. if you're not allergic to over-the-counter pain relievers you may take acetaminophen (tylenol) aspirin or ibuprofen (motrin) to help with the pain. eventually the blister will pop deflate or peel off on its own. when this happens you may apply an antibiotic cream or ointment (such as triple antibiotic ointment or neosporin) for a few days to help prevent infection. you may gently wash the burn with cool water and plain soap then pat dry. if the burn is itching you may take diphenhydramine (benadryl) but be aware this medication may cause severe drowsiness so take care when using it during the day. you may keep the burned area lightly covered if you desire. i hope this helps and you feel better soon!
i have a white blister on my finger the size of a dime from a hot pan is this serious and how to treat it