There are many types of burns. Heat burns are caused by fire, steam, hot objects and hot liquids. Electrical burns are caused by contact with electrical sources or by lightning. Chemical burns are caused by contact with household or industrial chemicals in a liquid, solid or gas form. Chilli peppers can also cause a burning sensation. Radiation burns are caused by X-rays or radiation therapy for cancer treatment. Sunburn is caused by too much exposure to the sun.
Attribution: Straight Talk Foundation
See also:
- 4th degree burn
- Third degree burn
- Burns
- Electronic and chemical burn
- Prevention of burns
- First degree burn
- Second degree burn
- First aid for burns