⯈ The top layer of skin wears away exposing layers of blood capillaries

⯈ Increases chances for infection

⯈ May result in skin avulsion

⯈ Keep wound clean and change dressing when needed.

⯈ If the laceration is deep, one should see a doctor to decide if the wound needs manual closure such as sutures.

⯈ If the incision is deep you should go see a doctor to decide if the would needs manual closure such as sutures. You should clean to would regularly and watch for infection.

⯈ If cut directly into the tissue, it can result in tetanus bacillus being introduced to the wound and possibly causing lockjaw.

⯈ Should be refereed to a physician.

⯈ Physician will decide whether or not you need sutures and make sure there is no infection. Keep wound clean and change dressing frequently.

⯈ Associated with major bleeding.

⯈ Immediately go to the doctor. Doctors can reattach the skin and dress your wound. Be sure to keep it clean and watch for infection.

⯈ Pain

⯈ Heat

⯈ Redness

⯈ Swelling

⯈ Pus may form

⯈ Fever may occur

⯈ Most Infections can be treated with antibiotics.

⯈ Some strains of infection have become resistant to antibiotics.

⯈ Use a face shield

⯈ Immediately wash your hands using soap