Typical cuts and grazes are areas of damage on the surface of the skin or mucus membranes induced by an external factor. Superficial cuts are not normally considered dangerous, but deep cuts may need to be closed by stitches or surgical glue. Most superficial cuts can be treated at home.
The skin protects the layers of tissue underneath. Sometimes a minor impact or injury can cause a damage or wound the surface layers of the skin.
Pressure ulcers may develop on the skin as a result of long-term pressure.Cuts and wounds differ based on their cause and location. Most often the cuts are either incised wounds or puncture wounds caused by a sharp object. Abrasions and lacerations may be the result of violence or biting. Superficial cuts on the extremities may damage also nerves, tendons and or vessels. Sometimes even a minor cuts can bleed quite heavily, if they locate on a site with a lot of blood vessels. Careful wound management promotes healing, prevents infections and reduces scar tissue.