Wound

:This article is about the wound (as in torn skin). For the band named Wounds see Wounds (band)

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A wound is a physical trauma where the skin is torn, cut or punctured. Exposed to air, there is not only a significant chance of death due to loss of blood, but increased chance of bacteria entering the wound or an infection.

Related Topics:
Physical trauma - Skin - Blood - Bacteria - Infection

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A person suffering from a significant wound may go into shock, and need serious medical attention. Wounds should be kept clean, and closed if possible until professional help is available.

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Before any medical or paramedical evaluation, a wound is considered as minor when:

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• it is superficial;
• it is away from natural orifices;
• there is only a minor bleeding;
• it was not caused by a tool or an animal.

Any other wound should be considered as severe. If there is any doubt, a wound should be considered as severe. "Severe" does not necessarily means that it endangers life, but it must at least be seen by a physician.

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