Burns: Classification | Identifying | Treating

Understanding Burns

Your go-to guide for everything you need to know about the different types of burns and how to treat them.

Types of Burns

Burns are categorized into three main types based on the depth of tissue damage:

• First-Degree Burns: Affect only the outer layer of skin (epidermis), causing redness and minor pain.
• Second-Degree Burns: Affect both the outer layer and underlying layer (dermis), leading to swelling, redness, and blisters.
• Third-Degree Burns: Extend through the dermis and affect deeper tissues, resulting in white, charred skin, and may require medical treatment.

Treatment for Burns

Treatment varies depending on the severity of the burn:

• First-Degree: Cool the burn with running water, apply aloe vera or moisturizer.
• Second-Degree: Cool the burn, cover with a sterile bandage, and seek medical advice if blisters form.
• Third-Degree: Seek immediate medical attention;