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abrasion - Definition:
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Abrasion: An abrasion or "excoriation" is a wearing away of the upper layer of skin as a result of applied friction force. In dentistry an "abrasion" is the wearing away of the tooth substance.
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About abrasion
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An abrasion or "excoriation" is a wearing away of the upper layer of skin as a result of applied friction force. In dentistry an "abrasion" is the wearing away of the tooth substance.
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Further Reading on abrasion
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Shoulder Problems and Injuries - Topic Overview (
WebMD
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Minor shoulder problems , such as sore muscles and aches and pains , are common . Shoulder problems ...shoulder blade called the acromion. This rubbing or scraping may lead to abrasion or inflammation of...
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Scrapes - Topic Overview (
WebMD
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Scrapes ( abrasions ) are skin wounds that rub or tear off skin. Most scrapes are shallow and do not...Scrapes ( abrasions ) are skin wounds that rub or tear off skin. Most scrapes are...section to decide...
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Burns - Topic Overview (
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Most burns are minor injuries that occur at home or work . It is common to get a minor burn from hot ...rash"), carpets, or gym floor surfaces. They are usually both a scrape ( abrasion ) and a heat burn.
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Bicycle Safety (
WebMD
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Bicycling is a common means of transportation as well as an increasingly popular source of recreation , exercise , and sport . With ...attributable to bicycling range from common abrasions , cuts, and...
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Shark Bite (
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Information on shark bites and resulting injuries...structures called denticles, it is as abrasive as coarse sandpaper. Thus, a bumping can result in a significant abrasion (scrape). Shark jaws contain...
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Corneal Flash Burns (
WebMD
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Eyes , particularly the cornea ( the clear window of tissue on the front of the eyeball ), can be damaged easily by exposure to ...This is very different from a corneal abrasion due to an injury, where,
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Ankle Fractures (
WebMD
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Ankle injuries are among the most common of the bone and joint injuries...The doctor will perform a physical exam, looking at or for the following: Evidence of bruising, abrasions , or cuts Swelling,
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Corneal Abrasion (
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Corneal abrasion (
MedicineNet
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Dermabrasion (
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