Types of Open Wounds

 Abrasion/Galos o Gasgas
Abrasions occur when the skin rubs against a rough surface. This kind of wound is
not deep, so there is little to no bleeding that occurs. However, the affected area will
need cleaning since it may have been exposed to foreign substances such as dirt
and bacteria.

 Puncture
Punctures are hole-shaped wounds caused by pointy objects such as needles and
nails. It may seemingly be harmless, but if the wound is contaminated, antibiotics or
a tetanus shot may be needed. Meanwhile, deep punctures (e.g., gunshot wounds)
require immediate medical intervention.

 Incision
An incision is a clean and straight wound caused by a knife, broken glass, or any
sharp object. Doctors usually make incisions when performing surgery, but it can be
lethal when suffered during an accident. If tendons are affected, an incision will
cause heavy bleeding and possibly cause permanent damage. Treatment is done via
thorough wound cleaning and stitching.

 Laceration
A laceration is a deep and jagged cut that results in skin tears and heavy bleeding.
This usually happens when people mishandle knives, machinery, and other sharp
tools. Similar to an incision, getting a laceration requires extensive cleaning and
stitches.

 Avulsion
An avulsion is a severe wound that can result in the partial or complete tear of the
skin and tissues. They usually occur during violent accidents such as car crashes,
explosions, and other incidents that involve trauma. Apart from heavy bleeding,
some cases of avulsions can also lead to the loss or dislocation of limbs.

 Amputation
An amputation refers to the loss of an extremity such as an arm, finger, or leg. In the
case of an accident, it comes with severe bleeding, which requires emergency
medical management. However, amputations can also be done in a medical
procedure to manage certain diseases such as gangrene.