What is a second-degree burn?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz answered:A second-degree burn is one that damages the top two layers of skin: the outer layer, known as the epidermis, and the layer beneath it, called the dermis. Burns can be caused by heat, sunlight, chemicals, electricity, or nuclear radiation. A second-degree burn is quite painful. Skin may blister, become swollen, and appear red and blotchy. Second-degree burns must be gently cleaned and dressed daily. Consult your doctor, who will likely prescribe an ointment to apply. Blisters should not be punctured.
A second-degree burn is one that damages the top two layers of skin: the outer layer, known as the epidermis, and the layer beneath it, called the dermis. Burns can be caused by heat, sunlight, chemicals, electricity, or nuclear radiation. A... More -
Honor Society of Nursing (STTI) answered:With a second-degree burn, the first layer of skin (the epidermis) and the second layer of skin (the dermis) are both burned. During the burning process, blisters develop on top of the bright red skin, and you will feel swelling, heat and severe pain.
If a second-degree burn is small in size, it can be managed with home care and be treated as a minor burn. But if the second-degree burn covers a larger part of the body, it needs immediate medical attention to avoid further problems with infection or scarring.
Sometimes blisters do not appear immediately but may appear 12 hours after the burn occurs. Some sunburns are second-degree burns and can cause initial scarring. If a second-degree burn extends into deeper layers of the dermis, the doctor may recommend excision and grafting during the healing process.
With a second-degree burn, the first layer of skin (the epidermis) and the second layer of skin (the dermis) are both burned. During the burning process, blisters develop on top of the bright red skin, and you will feel swelling, heat and severe... More -
Dr. Stuart Linder answered:A second-degree burn normally involves both the outer epidermis and the superficial dermal layer. These burns will often blister and can be very painful. Treatment may include debridement with Silvadene or Sulfamylon dressing changes daily. Infected second-degree burns may become full-thickness or third degree. If in any doubt, consult with a burn surgeon at a qualified burn unit for management.A second-degree burn normally involves both the outer epidermis and the superficial dermal layer. These burns will often blister and can be very painful. Treatment may include debridement with Silvadene or Sulfamylon dressing changes daily. Infected... More -
Healthwise answered:Second-degree burns are injuries to the skin caused by heat, radiation, electricity, chemicals or friction. These burns are also called partial-thickness burns. There are two types of second-degree burns, defined by their depth:
- Superficial partial-thickness burns injure the first and second layers of skin and are often caused by hot water or hot objects. The skin around the burn turns white (blanches) when pressed, then turns back to red. The burn is moist and painful with blistering and swelling that usually lasts for at least 48 hours.
- Deep partial-thickness burns injure deeper skin layers and are white with red areas. They are often caused by contact with hot oil, grease, soup or microwaved liquids. This kind of burn is not painful, but it can cause a sensation of pressure. The skin looks spotted, remains white when pressed, may appear waxy in some areas and is dry or slightly moist.
Second-degree burns are injuries to the skin caused by heat, radiation, electricity, chemicals or friction. These burns are also called partial-thickness burns. There are two types of second-degree burns, defined by their depth: Superficial... More
