What is a laceration?

It's human nature to avoid contact with sharp objects because we know they can cause us an ordeal of pain, bleeding and scars. However, when accidents happen, you may be left caring for a laceration wound. Here's your quick guide to laceration treatment and prevention: Lacerations are open wounds caused by sharp objects. What are lacerations? This type of open wound occurs when a sharp object cuts or tears the skin. According to Healthline, laceration wounds are often the result of accidents with knives, tools or machinery. Extensive bleeding is possible, especially with deep lacerations. How do you treat a laceration? Laceration treatment varies depending on the severity of the cut and intensity of the bleeding. Don't hesitate to seek medical help for both minor and severe cases, but you can also follow these steps to treat a laceration wound on your own, as suggested by Verywell Health: Wash your hands. If the wound occurred in a place where you can clean your hands, always do so before touching the affected area to avoid infection. Control the bleeding. Apply direct pressure to the laceration, and try to hold it above heart level until the bleeding stops – generally for about 15 minutes. If you can't control the blood loss, seek immediate medical assistance. Wash and disinfect the wound. Use mild soap and warm water to clean the laceration and surrounding skin. If bleeding starts again, repeat the previous step before doing anything else....
Source: Advanced Tissue - Category: Dermatology Authors: Tags: Wound Care Source Type: news