FACTS

1. First Degree– These burns are considered the least serious out of the three levels of severity. They affect the outside layer of the skin (the epidermis). The burn site is red, painful, dry, and with no blisters. A mild sunburn would be an example of a first degree burn. There are usually no long term effects to the skin or body resulting from this level of burn.
2. Second Degree– These burns involve the epidermis and part of the dermis layer of skin. The burn site appears red, blistered, and may be swollen and painful.
3. Third Degree– These are the […]

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