Abstract
Bleach is a common household product which can cause caustic injuries. Its effects on mucosal tissues and the eye have been well-described in the literature. However, there is little information published regarding the appearance and effect of bleach on a child's skin. We report three children who sustained chemical burns after contact with bleach. All three children sustained accidental bleach burns while at home, and each child had a distinct brown discoloration to the skin from the injury. All three children had treatment and follow-up for their burns. Two of the children sustained more severe burns, which were extensive and required more time to heal. There was also long-term scarring associated with the severe burns. Like most burns, pain control is required until the injury heals.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 485-488 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Child Abuse and Neglect |
Volume | 37 |
Issue number | 7 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jul 2013 |
Keywords
- Bleach burn
- Chemical burn
- Cutaneous
- Pediatric
- Skin
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health
- Developmental and Educational Psychology
- Psychiatry and Mental health