Second- and third-degree burns -- when the skin is blistering or white and without feeling -- need to be treated by a doctor. First-degree burns -- when the skin is red but feeling is still normal ...

When to seek medical care Superficial first-degree burns only affect the outer layer of the skin called the epidermis. Examples include a minor sunburn, or accidentally touching a hot pan for a ...

Treating minor burns Burns are a very common cause of injury to toddlers and many parents don't realise just how sensitive their young child's skin is, and how susceptible it is to burning, even at ...

First-degree burns affect only the surface layer of skin, while second-degree burns penetrate deeper and are more painful. Third-degree burns are the most severe, damaging skin, muscles ...