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Ohio Burn Injuries
Despite the common knowledge that circulates regarding burns having only three degrees, there are six severity levels of burns that have different characteristics and require various treatments. You probably heard about the first three because these are non-lethal. While you may be able to survive these lower degrees of burns, moving forward with life can be difficult.
The fourth through sixth degrees of burns are typically fatal and less well-known to the public. This is likely because the distinction regarding burns seems unimportant when you have lost a loved one. However, if your loved one was killed in an accident caused by another person’s negligence, the severity of the burns may be relevant to your case and potential compensation.
At Kisling, Nestico & Redick, we will make sure your serious injury never goes overlooked. Call us today at 1-800-HURT-NOW.
The Six Degrees of Burns
- First-degree burns are defined as superficial. There may be some pain and redness in the area, which could also swell and become sensitive to the touch. You commonly experience first-degree burns from the sun or coming into contact with very hot water. These rarely require medical assistance and can be cared for at home.
- Second-degree burns move deeper into the skin and cause blisters on the skin. There is also redness and swelling in the affected area. These hurt a great deal more than first-degree burns and require professional medical treatment to avoid infection. You commonly get second-degree burns through coming into contact with fire or boiling liquids.
- Third-degree burns damage all three layers of your skin. The area will not look red or blistered like with first or second-degree burns. Instead, the area can appear charred or white. These are extremely painful and require prompt medical attention to avoid further damage or death. You often suffer third-degree burns because of coming into contact with fire, electricity, or strong chemicals.
- Fourth-degree burns affect all of the layers of the skin and damage the tissue or organs underneath, such as the muscles and tendons. These can be extremely painful, but the area will be left with no sensation because the nerves are destroyed. The fatality rate for fourth-degree burns is high, and if you survive, you will require extensive medical treatments such as skin grafts. Fourth-degree burns are often caused by significant fires or electrical shock.
- Fifth-degree burns damage all of the soft tissue and organs in the exposed area and can affect the bone. The affected area will look charred. You will not have feeling or function in the affected area due to the extensive damage. Most fifth-degree burns are fatal, and if you survive, treatment requires amputation of the affected area.
- Sixth-degree burns are not survivable. This degree of burn destroys all levels of the body and leads to a charred appearance.
How Burn & Fire Injuries Happen
Burn injuries can be caused anywhere a flammable or hot object exists. Some of the most common scenarios involving negligence and burn injuries are:
- Accidentes de tráfico
- Accidentes de moto
- Accidentes de camiones comerciales
- Tanker Explosions
- Electrical Fires
- Productos defectuosos
- Locked fire exits
- Scalding water and pipes
- Chemical Exposure
- Negligent Maintenance
- Apartment Fires
- Hotel Fires
- Accidentes de bicicleta
- Accidentes laborales
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