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Burn injuries are most often caused by coming into contact with fire but can also be caused by chemicals (such as acids) that can penetrate the skin, hot liquids (scalding), heated metals (such as a stove top), or electricity. Burn injuries are most common in children younger than 5 years and in people aged 65 years and older. The August 13, 2003, issue of JAMA includes an article about treating burn injuries.

BURN CLASSIFICATION

Burns are categorized according to the depth of the burn on the skin, which is made up of multiple layers. Normal skin functions as a barrier that keeps toxins and irritants out of the body and moisture in.

• First-degree burns—affect only the epidermis (the outermost layer of the skin). Mild sunburn, with reddening of the skin but no blistering, is a good example of a first-degree burn. These burns can usually be treated with cool water and . . . [Full Text of this Article]

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