A member asked:

I've got a second degree contact burn on my inner arm that doesn't hurt at all. what gives?

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Third degree?: A second degree burn is usually painful. If it is not, it may be a third degree burn. Get checked to see. Also, if you get burned, you need to have a tetanus shot within 72 hours, if you are not up to date on your tetanus immunizations.

Answered 10/18/2015

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