A cut refers to a skin wound with separation of the connective tissue elements. Unlike an abrasion (a wound caused by friction or scraping), none of the skin is missing the skin is just separated. …

2023年4月18日 · A puncture wound is caused by an object piercing the skin, creating a small hole. Some punctures can be very deep, depending on the source and cause. Puncture …

2019年11月1日 · A cut, or laceration, is a tear or opening in the skin that occurs due to an external injury. It can be superficial, affecting only the surface of your skin or deep enough to …

2024年2月11日 · Get immediate medical attention for a wound that is deep, bleeds heavily, or has something embedded in it. If it's a minor cut or scrape, here's what to do: Clean the Cut. First …

2024年5月1日 · Minor cuts and scrapes can often be treated at home. You may need to seek medical care if you notice the injury becomes infected. These guidelines can help you care for …

2023年11月2日 · A cut is a break or opening in the skin. It is also called a laceration. A cut may be deep, smooth, or jagged. It may be near the surface of the skin, or deeper. A deep cut can …

2024年12月28日 · A laceration is an irregular cut in the skin caused by a sharp object. Learn how to treat a laceration at home and when to seek medical care.

2022年2月11日 · To treat a minor cut, dermatologists recommend the following tips: Wash your hands with soap and water. Wash the cut to prevent infection. Use cool or lukewarm water and …

2017年7月9日 · Cuts and scratches are areas of damage on the surface of the skin. A cut is a line of damage that can go through the skin and into the muscle tissues below, whereas a scratch …

Your skin’s most important job is to keep out the billions of harmful bacteria that swarm over every surface. Any wound that penetrates the dermis layer and causes bleeding will allow bacteria to …