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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;...
Causes
Burns can be caused by dry heat (like fire), wet heat (such as steam or hot liquids), radiation, friction, heated objec...
Treatments
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 ...
Risk Factors
- Accident caused by fire or flames
- Accidents caused by hot liquids and vapours,including steam
- Accidents, ...
Prevention
To help prevent burns: Install smoke alarms in your home. Check and change batteries regularly; Teach children about fi...
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