Opinion ID: 2820422
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Heading: Burn Injuries

Text: On April 10, 2010, Hubbard presented to the Emergency Center with significant burn injuries. The treatment notes reflect that Hubbard poured rubbing alcohol over her body because she had developed a sensation of insects crawling on her skin as a result of smoking crack cocaine. She then attempted to light a cigarette, and, in doing so, lit herself on fire. Hubbard suffered second- and thirddegree burns over 7% of her body. While in the hospital, Hubbard underwent a psychological consultation. The psychologist noted that Hubbard was anxious and 7 Case: 14-14908 Date Filed: 07/27/2015 Page: 8 of 18 frustrated and diagnosed her with an adjustment reaction 2 with anxiety and frustration secondary to burn injuries. Hubbard was transferred to a burn center for treatment. From April to July 2010, Hubbard had several follow-up visits for her burn wounds, and by July 19, Hubbard’s wounds had fully healed, though she had developed a keloid scar over part of the wound.