first-degree burn

first-degree burn
first-degree burn n a mild burn characterized by heat, pain, and reddening of the burned surface but not exhibiting blistering or charring of tissues

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a burn that affects the epidermis only, causing erythema and in some cases mild edema, without vesiculation.

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  • first-degree burn — noun A mild burn that causes redness of the skin but no blistering …   Wiktionary

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