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First-Degree Burn: Superficial Burn
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A first-degree burn injures the top layer of skin (epidermis) and causes the tissue below the skin (dermis) to become red and swollen.
Last Updated:
January 4, 2011- Medical Review:
- William H. Blahd, Jr., MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine
H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine
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