põletushaavast
Põletushaav is the Estonian word for a burn wound. It refers to tissue damage caused by exposure to thermal energy, such as heat, flame, electricity, or chemicals. The severity of a burn wound is classified into different degrees, typically first, second, and third degree, based on the depth of the tissue damage.
First-degree burns affect only the outermost layer of skin, the epidermis. They are usually red, painful, and
Second-degree burns involve damage to both the epidermis and a portion of the dermis, the layer beneath
Third-degree burns extend through the entire thickness of the skin, damaging the epidermis, dermis, and potentially
Treatment for burn wounds depends on their severity and extent. Minor burns can often be treated at