A burn involving both the epidermis and the upper layers of the dermis is called a

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A second-degree burn involves damage to the epidermis and upper layers of the dermis, causing blistering and possible scarring. First-degree burns only involve the surface of the epidermis, while third-degree burns involve damage to all layers of the skin and underlying tissue. Full-thickness burns involve complete destruction of the skin and underlying tissue.

A Burn Involving Both the Epidermis and the Upper Layers