What type of burn involves both the epidermis and part of the dermis?

A second-degree burn is characterized by damage that extends through the epidermis (the outermost layer of skin) and into the dermis, which is the second layer of skin that contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue. This type of burn often results in symptoms such as redness, swelling, and blistering, and it can be quite painful due to the involvement of the nerve endings located in the dermis.

In a first-degree burn, only the epidermis is affected, leading to mild symptoms like redness and minor pain without blisters. Third-degree burns penetrate all layers of the skin, affecting deeper tissues and often resulting in a white or charred appearance, and they may not be painful due to nerve damage. Fourth-degree burns extend through the skin and into underlying fat, muscle, or bone, resulting in severe damage and often necessitating surgical intervention. Therefore, the specific involvement of both the epidermis and part of the dermis uniquely categorizes this burn as a second-degree burn.