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I burned my hand in the upper element broiler. i didn't feel it. it charred the skin, leaving a pale patch in the middle. is this a 3rd degree burn?

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Dr. Mandakini Patel answered

Burns: If you did not feel any pain with the burn, it means you had a 3rd degree burn, as in 3rd degree burns your nerve endings get burned a swell thereby eliminating pain sensation. You should see a doctor if it is a large area of burn. 3rd degree burns can lead to scarring.

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Answered 4/3/2014

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A member asked:

I burned my hand in the upper element broiler. i didn't feel it. it charred the skin, leaving a pale patch in the middle. is this a 3rd degree burn?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mandakini Patel answered

Dr Davis agreed

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