Lacerations

What are Lacerations โ“

 A tear or split in the skin

 Caused by trauma from blunt or sharp objects ๐Ÿ”ช


What are the Symptoms of Lacerations โ“

 Visible cut into deeper skin

 Bleeding

 Pain ๐Ÿ’ข

 Swelling

 Mild redness ๐Ÿ”ด


How do you Diagnose Lacerations โ“

 Medical assessment of wound ๐Ÿ”


How do you Treat Lacerations โ“

 Stop bleeding by applying pressure

 Clean and close the wound if needed ๐Ÿงผ

 Apply dressing to the wound to protect it

 Take simple painkiller e.g. paracetamol/ibuprofen ๐Ÿ’Š

 If infected antibiotics may be required

 Emergency hospital admission if severe ๐Ÿš‘


Why should I Worry about Lacerations โ“

 The wound may cause scarring

 There is a risk of the laceration getting infected ๐Ÿฆ 

 There is risk of injury to internal structures e.g. nerves/muscle


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