<P> An abrasion is a wound caused by superficial damage to the skin , no deeper than the epidermis . It is less severe than a laceration , and bleeding , if present , is minimal . Mild abrasions , also known as grazes or scrapes , do not scar or bleed , but deep abrasions may lead to the formation of scar tissue . A more traumatic abrasion that removes all layers of skin is called an avulsion . </P>
<P> An abrasion is a wound caused by superficial damage to the skin , no deeper than the epidermis . It is less severe than a laceration , and bleeding , if present , is minimal . Mild abrasions , also known as grazes or scrapes , do not scar or bleed , but deep abrasions may lead to the formation of scar tissue . A more traumatic abrasion that removes all layers of skin is called an avulsion . </P>
the medical term for a superficial loss of skin as would occur by scratching is
the medical term for a superficial loss of skin as would occur by scratching is
abrasion
abrasion