When the outer layer of the skin also known as the epidermis or the upper dermal layer gets damaged, this is known as a skin abrasion.  When a skin abrasion occurs, the outer layer of the skin can become red and bleed.  If the outer layer of the skin gets cut deep, the tissue can become scarred.

Scarring occurs when the epidermis is removed and the underlying skin is exposed to the abrasion.  Skin abrasions can happen when the skin brushes against a rough surface.  They are also related to sports injuries, accidents, trauma, and bed sores.  A skin abrasion is not a serious injury and can easily be treated at home unless the abrasion has gone too deep.

What causes a skin abrasion?
Skin abrasions are caused when the outer layer of skin rubs against a rough surface and removes the upper layer of the skin.  Skin abrasions can occur when a person scratches themselves or falls.  They can happen when accidents occur or when the body goes through trauma.  A person who is confined to a bed can get bed sores and this is also known as a skin abrasion.

What are the symptoms of a skin abrasion?
When the outer layer of a person’s skin gets an abrasion, the affected area will become red and painful.  If the abrasion reaches the second layer of skin the area can become swollen and bleed.

Home remedies
The best way to treat a skin abrasion is to rub lavender oil on the afflicted area.  A healthy diet full of nutrients and void of drugs, alcohol and cigarettes can help treat skin abrasions.  There are several tea concoctions that can work to treat skin abrasions such a thyme tea and sage tea.

A warm bath with witch hazel compresses can soothe the irritated skin.  Many oils such as essential oils and lavender are used to treat skin abrasions.  Another effective way to treat skin abrasions is by crushing marigold flowers and applying them to the damaged area.  Crushed parsley leaves, crushed plantain leaves or onion juice work well in treating skin abrasions.

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