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Burn type differentiation

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Question:

What is the difference between first-, second-, and third-degree burns?

Answer:

See burns for more details and first aid information.

  • First-degree: Red skin, mild swelling, some pain.
  • Second-degree: Red skin with blisters that may open and ooze clear fluid, very painful.
  • Third-degree: Both layers of skin are destroyed, skin appears brown or charred, can be either extremely painful or painless (if the nerves have been damaged).
Review Date: 2005-12-02
Reviewed By: Thomas T. Jeneby, M.D., The Plastic and Cosmetic Center of South Texas, San Antonio, TX. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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