Question 1

how can i heal a 3rd degree burn?

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Full thickness: 3rd degree burns are full thickness burns that require debridement and aggressive dressing changes. Infection is a very possible complication so sterile dressings and wound care is imperative. Seek care with plastic surgeon or burn specialist.

Question 2

is 3rd degree burn considered a disease?

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Burn: A burn is a lesion. Once it heals the episode is over.

Question 3

who should i see about a 1st degree burn?

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Maybe no one: A 1st-degree burn is into the top layer of the skin, the epidermis. For example, a sunburn is such a burn. It stings but heals up pretty much no matter what in a couple of days. Use simple pain meds, such as Ibuprofen or acetaminophen, to help with discomfort. If blisters develop, that would imply a deeper 2nd-degree burn which might need medical evaluation.

Question 4

how should i know if i had a 3rd degree burn?

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If it doesn't heal: A 3rd-degree, or full-thickness, burn is all the way through the skin and will require operative closure, usually a skin graft. A 2nd-degree burn is only partway through the skin and will heal on its own in 1 to 3 weeks with good wound care and good nutrition. Therefore, a burn that isn't healed after 3 weeks is probably 3rd-degree in depth.

Question 5

how bad is a 6th degree burn? what can cause this?

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??: Having been a burn surgeon for over 30 years, never heard of 6th degree burn.  Some people categorize a 4th degree burn as one involving muscles.

Question 6

3rd degree burn what should i do? get medical assistance?

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A : A third degree is very serious. Yes, please get medical care.

Question 7

what a second-degree burn?

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Partial thickness: These burns are defined as superficial or deep partial thickness burns. This means some of the key parts of the skin to allow for closure of the wound are in place. However surgery may still be needed in some cases or depending on location, complications. Often people can recognize these burns by the appearance of blisters.

Question 8

second degree burn. can i sunbathe?

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No: At the earliest, wait until your sunburns have healed, and all inflammation ; redness is gone before going back out in the sun.  Try to do better with your sunscreen.  There's no such thing as a "healthy tan".

Question 9

how can i heal a third degree burn?

Accepted Answer

May need surgery: 3rd degree burns are full thickness skin involvement and may need surgery for debridement or skin grafting if large. You should see a doctor.

Question 10

can a rug burn be a 2nd degree burn?

Accepted Answer

Any type: Any type of burn if sustained deep can result in a second degree burn.

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