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(T21.2) Burn of second degree of trunk
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540 739 in individuals diagnosis burn of second degree of trunk confirmed
Diagnosis burn of second degree of trunk is diagnosed Men are 22.59% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis burn of second degree of trunk
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis burn of second degree of trunk
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease burn of second degree of trunk - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features burn of second degree of trunk
Absence or low individual and public risk
Burn of second degree of trunk - what does this mean
Burns of second degree of the trunk occur when the skin is damaged and the underlying tissue is damaged, resulting in both the epidermis and dermis being affected. the burn may be painful, red, and blistering, and may cause swelling and itching. in some cases, the burn may also lead to infection if not treated properly.
What happens during the disease - burn of second degree of trunk
Second degree burns of the trunk are caused by the skin coming into contact with an external source of heat such as a hot surface or a flame. this causes the skin to become damaged and the top two layers of the skin, the epidermis and the dermis, to be destroyed. this results in redness, swelling, blistering and pain. in some cases, the burn may also cause the skin to become infected and can lead to further complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the affected area
- Gram stain of the wound
- Culture of the wound
- Skin biopsy
- Blood tests to check for infection
- Imaging tests such as X-rays or CT scans
- Tissue sampling for histological examination
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Treat the burn of second degree of trunk
- Clean the wound with soap and water
- Apply a topical antibiotic to reduce the risk of infection
- Cover the wound with a sterile dressing
- Administer pain relief medications as needed
- Administer antibiotics to reduce infection risk
- Monitor for signs of infection
- Monitor for signs of scarring or skin discoloration
- Re-evaluate the wound every few days
17 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Burn of second degree of trunk - Prevention
Burns of second degree of the trunk can be prevented by avoiding contact with hot surfaces or liquids, wearing protective clothing when working with hot materials, and avoiding exposure to the sun or other sources of ultraviolet radiation.