Skin disfigurement refers to any alteration in the appearance of the skin that is considered abnormal or aesthetically undesirable, often resulting from conditions such as burns, scars, or congenital anomalies. It can have profound psychological and social impacts, affecting an individual's self-esteem and quality of life.

Skin Disfigurement

Alteration in the appearance of the skin

Abnormal skin appearance

Aesthetically undesirable skin

Burns are injuries to the skin and underlying tissues caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation. They are classified by depth into first, second, and third-degree burns, with treatment varying based on severity and location.

Burns

Scars

Congenital anomalies, also known as birth defects, are structural or functional abnormalities present at birth that can result from genetic, environmental, or unknown factors. They can affect different parts of the body and vary in severity, impacting an individual's health, development, and quality of life.

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