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Whats wrost thing can happen to 2nd degree burn on human(man)'s hand by hot water?
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Secondary infection: A second degree burn will blister up and eventually drain, leaving the protective skin barrier broken.As long as the site remains clean and covered with antibiotic ointment, things should heal fine.If negmected, the site can become infected by a variety of skin germs and progress to a serious problem.
Answered 11/28/2013
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Complications: A second-degree burn (partial-thickness burn) involves the dermis (middle layer of skin) & is swollen, red/pink & painful. Blisters develop which seeps clear liquid. It may take a long time to heal & can lead to contractures because of the skin shrinking. Infections can be a complication.
Answered 9/28/2016
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