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What is the difference between a cut and a laceration?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

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Laceration: Both can be used interchangeably.

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 1/21/2019

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A member asked:

What is the difference between a cut and a laceration?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alan Ali answered

Dr Mallia agreed

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