Diseases
burn wound infections
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Overview
Burn wound infections are often the source of bacteria responsible for other systemic infections including bloodstream infections and pneumonia. This can lead to multisystem organ failure and death. Sepsis can contribute to multisystem organ failure and death.
Symptoms
- 1st-degree burn. this minor burn affects only the outer layer of the skin
- 2nd-degree burn. this type of burn affects both the epidermis and dermis
- 3rd-degree burn. this burn reaches to the fat layer beneath the skin
- a burn or blister that's large or doesn't heal in two weeks
Causes
- fire
- hot liquid or steam
- hot metal, glass or other objects
Risk factors
- electrical currents
- radiation, such as that from x-rays
- sunlight or other sources of ultraviolet radiation, such as a tanning bed
Diagnosis
- physical exam.
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is burn wound infections?
Burn wound infections are often the source of bacteria responsible for other systemic infections including bloodstream infections and pneumonia. This can lead to multisystem organ failure and death. Sepsis can contribute to multisystem organ failure and death.
What are the symptoms of burn wound infections?
1st-degree burn. this minor burn affects only the outer layer of the skin, 2nd-degree burn. this type of burn affects both the epidermis and dermis, 3rd-degree burn. this burn reaches to the fat layer beneath the skin, a burn or blister that's large or doesn't heal in two weeks
What causes burn wound infections?
fire; hot liquid or steam; hot metal, glass or other objects
Which medicines are used for burn wound infections?
silver sulfadiazine
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