“I am just wondering what grade of burn this is. a drop of hot plastic hit my finger”

I should not be receiving this patient requests. We do not see anyone under 18 yeees of age and we are an aesthetic medspa. Both emails I have received were not appropriate patients for what we see in our practice. They should also not be able to solicit physicians they do not have a relationship with in this way. Sincerely, Chandler & Liz Knies (Liz Hamilton Arrington) cell 281.732.8805 or 719.439.6942 Chandler.and.Liz@gmail.com

2nd Degree partial thickness

Thank you for your question. This is a Second-degree burn A second-degree burn, which often looks wet or moist, affects the first and second layers of skin (epidermis and dermis). Blisters may develop and pain can be mild to severe. Your area of burn is small, painless, and not infected . Keep the area clean and protected with a bandage until healed. When to see a doctor Seek emergency medical assistance for: - Burns that cover the hands, feet, face, groin, buttocks, a major joint or a large area of the body - Deep burns, which means burns affecting all layers of the skin or even deeper tissues - Burns that cause the skin to look leathery - Burns that appear charred or have patches of black, brown or white - Burns caused by chemicals or electricity - Difficulty breathing or burns to the airway Take first-aid measures while waiting for emergency assistance. Call your doctor if you experience: - Signs of infection, such as oozing from the wound, increased pain, redness and swelling - A burn or blister that's large or doesn't heal in two weeks - New, unexplained symptoms - Significant scarring I hope this helped you with information about your burn . Karen Stavile MD