People with serious burns often undergo some of the most painful treatment imaginable.  Patients in the burn unit of a hospital, may undergo exposure to painful liquid baths in “tubs,” endure painful skin grafts and debridement procedures.  Often times healthy skin from other, unaffected areas of the body are used as “donor skin” for the burned areas.  Recent technology has even allowed doctors to experiment with artificial skin and skin from animals, such as pigs, for burn patients. Some people also suffer from a loss of vision if they were burned near the eyes/face.
It is very important for someone with burns to undergo a complete mental health examination in addition to their physical treatment.  Many burn patients suffer from depression, anxiety, and even post-traumatic stress disorder (“PTSD”).  A psychological consultation is critical for these patients.