Medical News Today: What is a first-degree burn?

A first-degree burn is classified as a superficial burn because it only affects the first layer of the skin. First-degree burns can happen for a variety of reasons, including spilling hot liquids, touching something hot, and sunburn. Treatment involves reducing pain and swelling and keeping the area cool.

Source: Health News from Medical News Today - June 27, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Dermatology Source Type: news