Second degree burns are a partial thickness burn that affect the epidermis and the dermis. It is not as serious as a third degree burn but is just as bad. It causes pain, swelling and blistering. The skin appears red, white or splotchy. This type of burn usually is caused by scald injuries, flames, or coming into contact with a hot object.
When a second degree burn occurs it affects the inner parts of the skin which result in a red blistering appearance. Burns like this cause severe pain and stinging. Treatment for these burns aren’t serious enough to go to the hospital, unless it is on someone’s face and groin. Many people will seek treatment for their burn due to their symptoms. Second degree burns are no larger than three inches deep.
When a second degree burn occurs it affects the inner parts of the skin which result in a red blistering appearance. Burns like this cause severe pain and stinging. Treatment for these burns aren’t serious enough to go to the hospital, unless it is on someone’s face and groin. Many people will seek treatment for their burn due to their symptoms. Second degree burns are no larger than three inches deep.