Debriding, debridement (of dead tissue); exfoliation; abrasion if it's accidental, or if the entire layer is scraped (torn off), it's known as an avulsion.
avulsionsyou should see a doctor. thats nasty.abrasionAbrasis
Abrasion refers to the process of wearing away or scraping a surface through friction or mechanical action. This can occur in various contexts, such as geological erosion, skin injuries, or the wearing down of materials. In medical terms, an abrasion is a superficial injury to the skin, typically caused by scraping against a rough surface. Overall, abrasion emphasizes the gradual removal or damage to a material or surface due to contact.
Dermoid is the medical term meaning skin-like
An abrasion is the medical term meaning scrape of the skin in which tiny blood vessels in the epidermis or outer layer of the skin break.
Acrochordon is the medical term meaning skin tag. Skin tags can occur in areas of high friction.
Pyoderma is the medical term meaning any purulent skin condition.
"Infection".
Hyperpigmentation is the medical term meaning excessively darkened skin.
"Cutaneous" is the medical term that means pertaining to the surface of the skin.
Dermatomycosis is the medical term meaning fungal disease of the skin.
(a-bray-zhon) - A minor wound in which the surface of the skin or a mucous membrane is worn away by rubbing or scraping.
The medical term meaning Tb skin test is Mantoux. It's a term that refers to a skin test to check for tuburculosis.