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Burns
There are three levels of burns: First-degree burns affect only the outer layer of the skin. They cause pain, redness, and swelling. Second-degree (partial thickness) burns affect both the outer and underlying layer of ...
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Symptoms
Blisters; Pain (the degree of pain is not related to the severity of the burn - the most serious burns can be painless;...
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Causes
Burns can be caused by dry heat (like fire), wet heat (such as steam or hot liquids), radiation, friction, heated objec...
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Examination of Skin
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FOR MINOR BURNS If the skin is unbroken, run cool water over the area of the burn or soak it in a cool water bath (not ...
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Drugs
collagenase topical
lidocaine
lidocaine topical
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arginine
Bee Propolis
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Acupuncture
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Overexposure to sun rays
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Deformity
Disability
Skin Scars
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To help prevent burns: Install smoke alarms in your home. Check and change batteries regularly; Teach children about fi...
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