palovamma
Palovamma, meaning burn injury in Finnish, refers to tissue damage caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation. Burns are classified by depth: first-degree (superficial, affecting only the epidermis), second-degree (partial-thickness, involving epidermis and part of the dermis), and third-degree (full-thickness, through all skin layers).
Common causes include thermal burns from hot liquids or flames, chemical burns from acids or alkalis, electrical
Symptoms vary with depth. Minor burns produce pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes blisters. Deep partial-thickness and
First aid: cool the burn under running water for 10-20 minutes; remove rings or tight items before
Medical management ranges from proper wound care and analgesia for minor burns to cleansing, specialized dressings,