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Wounds
Infections
Signs and symptoms
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What is a skin wound?

A skin wound results from the breakdown of the epidermal layer integrity

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What is a skin infection?

An infection of the skin that can be caused by bacteria, fungus, viruses, or parasites.

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What is a sign you may have a skin infection?

Skin redness. Pain, tenderness, or warmth when the affected skin is touched. Swelling of the affected area.

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What are two types of skin wounds?

cuts, scrapes, bruises , burns , abrasions 

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What are some types of skin infections?

Impetigo, Cellulitis and Erysipelas , Warts

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What is a symptom of a skin wound?

Bleeding or oozing of blood. Redness. Swelling.

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how do you clean an open wound?

Use a soft washcloth and mild soap to clean around the wound. Don't place soap in the wound. That can hurt and cause irritation. Use tweezers to remove any dirt or debris that still appears after washing

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How can you prevent skin infections?

  1. Wash your hands often and properly.
  2. Wash scrapes, cuts, wounds, or insect bites right away.
  3. Do not share items, such as towels, razors, bar soap, clothes, or toys.
  4. Avoid skin-to-skin contact with anyone who has a skin infection.
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What occur when blood vessels break, due to some kind of force, and leak blood into areas under the skin.

Bruising

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What is the most common wound?

Minor wounds, like cuts, scrapes, bruises and scratches

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What skin infection is most common?

Herpes simplex

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What are some symptoms of skin infections?

  • Pus or fluid leaking out of the cut.
  • Red skin around the injury.
  • A red streak that radiates from the injury.
  • A pimple or yellowish crust on top.
  • Sores that look like blisters.
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How can you prevent wounds?

  1. Avoiding hot water, fire, sharp objects and other hazards.
  2. Being as active as possible.
  3. Checking your body for sores regularly
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How do you treat skin infections?

The best way to treat skin infections are antibiotics.

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What is an abnormal enlargement of a part of the body, typically as a result of an accumulation of fluid.

Swelling