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Is 1st or 3rd degree burns worse?
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First-degree burns are considered mild compared to other burns. They result in pain and reddening of the epidermis (outer layer of the skin). Third-degree burns(full thickness burns) go through the dermis and affect deeper tissues. They result in white or blackened, charred skin that may be numb.
What is the difference between 2nd and 3rd degree burns?
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Second-degree burns (partial thickness burns) affect the epidermis and the dermis (lower layer of skin). They cause pain, redness, swelling, and blistering. Third-degree burns (full thickness burns) go through the dermis and affect deeper tissues. They result in white or blackened, charred skin that may be numb.