CoMmon SkIn InJuRiEs

ABRasion- Road rash , Friction Burn,Its less severe then a lasteration and doesnot appear deeper then the epidermis.Minimal Bleeding if any. If mild it can be considered a graze or a scrape. If deep it may unfortunatly,lead to the formation of scar tissue A more traumatic abrasion that removes all layers of skin is called an avulsion. WHich is BAD!

Most commonly occurs when exposed skin comes into moving contact with a rough surface, causing a grinding or rubbing away of the upper layers of the epidermis

Treatment
clean and remove debris. A topical antibiotic (such as Neosporin or bacitracin) should be applied to prevent infection and to keep the wound moist.Dressing the wound is optional but helps to keep the wound from drying out which interferes with healing.[If the abrasion is painful, a topical analgesic (such as lidocaine or benzocaine) can be applied, but for large abrasions a systemic analgesic may be necessary..

Laceration is an irregular cut from a sharp object and can be severe or easy to fix
so listen to these few tips:
control bleeding and add pressure and when bleeding stops put
wash the laceration with warm water and mild soap clean it alot if it starts to bleed again go back to step 1 and try it again

use antiseptic ointment if stitches is not a need if it is call 911 because its an emergency

Watch for infection and change the dressing (bandages) daily. Clean the laceration each time you change the dressing. If the laceration begins to swell or drain pus - or if redness begins to radiate or streak away from the laceration - contact a doctor.

Take medication to relieve the pain follow these tips and your laceration will be tamed.

PUNcture
A puncture is a wound made by a pointed object (like a nail, knife, or sharp tooth).
same advice as above just look up but here are some things not to do
Do NOT assume that a minor wound is clean because you can't see dirt or debris inside. Wash it.
Do NOT breathe on an open wound.
Do NOT try to clean a major wound, especially after the bleeding is under control.
Do NOT remove a long or deeply embedded object. Seek medical attention.
Do NOT probe or pick debris from a wound. Seek medical attention.
Do NOT push exposed body parts back in. Cover them with clean material until medical help arrives

Hope you listen and take my advice I may be skin injury but listening to me may just save your life.
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