First-Degree Burn

Definition 1

A painful injury to the epidermis due to chemical, friction, radiation or thermal exposure. The affected area appears red and blanches when touched. (NCI Thesaurus)

Definition 2

A burn that only affects the outer layer of skin causing pain, redness, and swelling. (Food and Drug Administration)

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