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This picture shows a shallow scrape on the left elbow.
First Aid Care Advice for Minor Scrape:
This scrape (abrasion) near the elbow occurred 3 days ago. The picture shows a scrape that is starting to crust over.
There are no signs of infection (such as spreading redness, pus).
The photo shows 3-4 parallel scratches on the wrist caused by a cat.
First Aid Care Advice:
This bruise is one day old.
Bruising occurs when the blood vessels burst and cause blood to collect in the tissue.
This shows impetigo on the elbow. Impetigo is a skin infection caused by bacteria. The infection causes a red sore which leaks fluid. This area will then dry and become crusty as it heals.
This photo shows a gaping laceration (cut) of the chin. It will require closure with either sutures or skin glue (such as Dermabond).
First Aid Care Advice:
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