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Dirt and germs frequently have been rubbed into this type of wound, which is why it is important to clean and irrigate an abrasion thoroughly with soap and water to prevent infection. Other terms for an abrasion include a scrape, a rug burn, a road rash, or a strawberry.
You may be a suitable candidate for laceration repair if you have sustained a laceration and it: Continues to bleed after application of pressure for ten to fifteen minutes. Is more than one-eighth to one-fourth inch deep. Exposes fat, muscle, tendon, or bone.