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What is a first-degree burn?
A first-degree burn, the least serious type, is one in which the top layer of skin has been burned slightly. These burns produce pain and redness of the skin.
What causes first-degree burns?
First-degree burns are usually caused by:
- overexposure to the sun
- brief contact with a hot object, such as an iron or skillet
- minor scalding by hot water or steam
- brief contact with harsh chemicals.
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What are second-degree burns?
Second-degree burns are more serious than first-degree burns because a deeper layer of skin is burned. They can more easily become infected. Also, if the burn affects more than 10% of your skin, you may go into shock because large quantities of fluid are lost from the burned area.
All second-degree burns greater than 2 to 3 inches in diameter should be treated by a medical professional. Smaller burns can usually be treated at home.
What causes second-degree burns?
Second-degree burns are usually caused by:
- burning gasoline or kerosene
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What are third-degree burns?
Third-degree burns, the most serious, involve all layers of skin.
Third-degree burns are so deep that only the edges will heal. Scars will eventually cover the rest of the burned area if skin grafting is not done.
What causes third-degree burns?
Third-degree burns are usually caused by
- clothing on fire
- immersion in hot water
- contact with flames, hot objects, or electricity
 - hot oils, grease, etc
- corrosive chemicals
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