One of the most common types of injuries which involve severe skin damage caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, sun exposure, or radiation.
What are Burns?
One of the most common types of injuries which involve severe skin damage caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, sun exposure, or radiation.
Burns are categorized by severity as:
• First-Degree Burns: These tend to be the most common and relatively minor as it affects only the skins surface, the skin may become red and irritated, but it is not likely to blister, these burns will heal on their own with some care and may not require emergency medical attention.
• Second-Degree Burns: A more severe type of injury where the skin will blister and swell. These burns have a high risk of becoming infected and can cause deep scaring.
• Third-Degree Burns: The most severe type of burn causing damage not only to the skin, but to the fat layer beneath it, muscle, nerves, and even bone tissue. These burns require immediate emergency medical treatment.