If the burn is mild, it is usually not terrible and heals in 3-5 days. If it is a severe burn, it can appear pain, skin scorching, pain sensation disappears, and in serious cases, it can be accompanied by respiratory difficulties, shock and other manifestations.
Burns are heat-induced damages, commonly caused by fire, hot steam, hot metal, electric current and laser. If it is a mild burn, it is usually not terrible, mainly manifested as erythema, redness, swelling, dryness and other symptoms, the local skin will become darker, but it will not leave a scar, and after standardized treatment, it can be healed in 3~5 days.
However, stress reaction may occur in severe burns, mainly hypermetabolic state caused by increased levels of catecholamines and cortisol, which can lead to rapid heart rate and cause shock. At the same time, patients with large burn areas, the skin may appear charred yellow, charred black, dull pain sensation and so on.
After the burn, it is necessary to pay attention to immediately detach from the source of the burn, and promptly seek medical attention. Daily attention to avoid pressure on the burned area, to eat a light diet, regular medication changes.