Burn

A burn is damage to the skin or other body parts that is caused by extreme heat, flame, contact with heated objects, or chemicals. Medically, the depth of a burn is categorized as first, second, or third degree depending upon its severity.

Signs and symptoms of a burn depend upon the degree of severity. First-degree burns are similar to a sunburn and cause skin redness, peeling, mild to moderate pain, and tenderness. Blistering may occur. Second-degree burns have more severe symptoms and signs, including a greater degree of blistering and more intense pain. In third-degree burns, there is loss of color of the skin as it turns white. Loss of sensation is an associated symptom with third-degree burns.

Causes of burns

Exposure to the sun, radiation, heat, flames, or electrical or chemical contact can cause a burn.

Other burn symptoms and signs

• Blisters
• Leathery Look to the Skin
• Numbness
• Pain
• Peeling Skin
• Red Skin
• Scarring
• Splotchy Skin
• Swelling
• White Skin