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First degree burn arm1/8/2024 ![]() Chemical burns - can arise from skin contact with bleach, cleaning products, chemical heat packs and in some cases acid.Hot oil burns - these are common among people who use deep fryers and frying pans, usually caused by cooking oil splattering and coming into contact with skin (cooking oil can exceed 190☌).Accidents with ovens/scalding - sometimes household burns can become more severe if the burn is large in size and reaches the dermis.Severe sunburn - often happens after an extended period of sun exposure, resulting in burns of a large portion of the skin with extensive blistering.It usually involves redness, dryness, and sometimes swelling of the skin. Some of the common causes of these burns include: First-degree burns are comparable to a sunburn. If you experience any of the latter symptoms, it’s recommended to visit your GP/hospital for medical examination. More severe symptoms include wet-looking wounds, irregular pattern burn of the affected area, intense pain and white/deep red appearance of the skin. They often cause redness, pain, blistering and swelling, however, the symptoms can vary depending on the severity of this type of burn. Second-degree burns are more serious as they don’t only affect the outer layer of the skin, but also the dermis underneath. Friction burns - occurs from rubbing against an abrasive surface such as a carpet and can sometimes cause skin to break in more severe cases, which can increase the likelihood of infection.Electrical burns - can be caused by exposure to household current via socket openings, electrical cords & appliances (it’s recommended to see a doctor for these accidents to assess whether any internal damage has been done). ![]() Sunburn - typically caused by excessive exposure to UV rays from sun or sunlamps in tanning beds.Scalds (a type of thermal burn) - most common in young children and usually caused by hot liquid or steam. ![]()
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