Third-degree burn

By Mayo Clinic staff
Original Article:  http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/medical/IM04388
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Third-degree burn

Image showing a third-degree burn

Third-degree burns extend into the fat layer that lies beneath the dermis. The skin may appear stiff, waxy white, leathery or tan. These types of burns usually require skin grafts for wound closure.
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