MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Second-degree burns involve the epidermis and part of the dermis layer of skin. The burn site appears red, blistered, and may be swollen and painful. Third-degree burns destroy the epidermis and dermis. Third-degree burns may also damage the underlying bones, muscles, and tendons.

Detailed explanation-2: -Partial-thickness burns (was second degree) involve the epidermis and portions of the dermis. They are characterized as either superficial or deep. Full-thickness burns (was third degree) extend through and destroy all layers of the dermis and often injure the underlying subcutaneous tissue.

Detailed explanation-3: -A second-degree burn includes blisters, a darker tone and a shiny, moist appearance. A third-degree burn may cause your skin to turn black and dry out. You may have second-degree burn symptoms with third-degree symptoms in the same area. You can have symptoms of several types of burns in the same place.