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Akron Children's Hospital

Akron Children's Hospital
www.akronchildrens.org
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What Are Third-Degree Burns?

Third-Degree Burns

A burn is an injury that's caused by heat or fire. A third-degree burn is the most serious kind of burn. This kind of burn damages all of the layers of the skin and also the tissues underneath the skin.