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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.
Learn about the causes, complications, treatments, and prevention of cuts and puncture wounds. Overview. A cut, or laceration, is a tear or opening in the skin that occurs due to an external injury. A puncture wound is a deep wound that occurs due to something sharp and pointed, such as a nail.