Skin - Bites, Burns and Rashes
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1300 893 183
Shop 8, 95 Southern Cross Cct, Springfield Central QLD 4300
10:00AM - 8:00PM / 7 days
When to see us for treatment
Symptoms that may indicate the need for urgent treatment of bites, burns, and rashes include:
- Pain at injury site
- Significant bleeding
- Redness, swelling, warmth, or pus drainage
- Progressive redness, swelling, or inflammation
- Fever or chills
- Large or deep wounds
Treatment of minor burns, allergic rashes, insect or animal bites, and wound infections. Wound care, dressing, and tetanus vaccinations are available.
Types of bites, burns, and rashes we treat
Insect Bites
We treat all kinds of insect bites, which can cause redness, itching swelling, and overall discomfort.
Animal Bites
Animal bites can cause puncture wounds, cuts, and tissue damage.
Burn Injuries
These can result from exposure to heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation. We treat a variety of burn injuries, including minor burns, scalds, and chemical burns.
Allergic Reactions
Can be in response to foods, medications, insect stings, or environmental factors. Symptoms may include hives, itching, swelling, difficulty breathing, and anaphylaxis.
Contact Dermatitis
A skin reaction caused by contact with irritants or allergens, such as soaps, detergents, cosmetics, or plants. Can result in redness, itching, swelling, and blistering.
Rashes
Rashes can occur for various reasons, including infections, allergic reactions, autoimmune disorders, and skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis.
Services we perform
Pain Management
We may recommend pain management such as medications or ointments to help you manage your symptoms effectively.
Wound Care
We provide wound cleaning, debridement (removal of dead tissue), and dressing changes to facilitate wound healing and minimise the risk of complications.
Antibiotic Therapy
In cases of infected bite wounds, our clinic may prescribe antibiotics to treat bacterial infections and prevent further complications.
Burn Care
Our clinic provides wound cleaning, application of topical treatments, and guidance on wound care and dressing changes to optimise burn healing and minimise scarring.
Rash Treatment
We provide topical corticosteroids, antihistamines, soothing emollients, and other dermatological treatments to alleviate rash symptoms and promote skin healing.
Tetanus Immunisation
In cases of animal bites or puncture wounds, we may recommend tetanus immunisation to prevent tetanus infection. We also offer tetanus vaccinations to ensure you receive timely and appropriate protection against tetanus.
If you or a loved one is experiencing a bite, burn, or rash injury, don’t hesitate to visit SmartCare UrgentCare for prompt evaluation and treatment. Our team is here to provide the expert care you need to heal and get back to feeling your best.
Why SmartCare UrgentCare
At SmartCare UrgentCare, we deliver prompt and effective care for bites, burns, and rashes to help you heal and feel better quickly. We use state-of-the-art facilities to provide high-quality care that meets your urgent needs and restores your skin health.