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You can get burned by a number of different sources, the most common of which are hot liquids, hot objects, chemicals, steam, electricity, the sun, and fire. For diagnostic and treatment purposes, burns are generally categorized into the following three classifications: First-degree burns A first-degree burn is the least serious type of burn that you can suffer, and involves only the outermost layer of your skin, called your epidermis. Your skin will likely be reddened and painful. It can also be swollen. In general, if a first-degree burn does not cover a significant portion of your body, it can be treated at home. Second-degree burns A second-degree burn is one in which the second layer of your skin (called your … Continue reading →