Burns can inflict damage across the different layers of the skin, namely the epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue. Histologically, this damage is characterized by the destruction of cellular structures, coagulative necrosis, and inflammatory responses. The extent of tissue damage can vary depending on the burn's severity, which is classified into first, second, and third degrees: - First-degree burns affect only the epidermis. - Second-degree burns extend into the dermis. - Third-degree burns penetrate through the entire dermis and affect deeper tissues.
