October 9, 2013
Period A
Burns
Mayo Clinic Staff
Mayo Clinic
August 21, 2012.
10 Pages
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/burns/DS01176Summary of the Article:
Some burns may be minor, affecting only the Epidermic and Dermic layers of the skin. These are measured in degrees. Burns that require a lot of attention are those that can be caused by chemicals and electricity. These burns often affect the hypodermis in addition to other layers. Third and second degree burns may require immediate medical attention. Although burns can be minor, many are fatal. These burns, fourth degree burns, affect body tissues beyond the skin, like muscles or bones.
The causes of burns include, but are not limited to:
- Fire
- Chemicals
- Electrical encounters
- Sunlight or excessive exposure to UV rays, and
- Radiation
Serious burns can lead to complications. Some complications include, but are not limited to:
- Infection
- Low body temperature
- Scarring
- Bone and joint problems
Minor burns may heal in a matter of a few weeks with no medical attention. For more serious burns, however; medication, physical therapy, or even surgical procedures are required depending on the severity of the burn.
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