It’s far too easy to end up with a wound or a scrape doing just about anything. Accidents happen, and the important thing to know is how to heal a wound before an infection develops. If an infection ...

Scrapes, cuts and bruises sometimes are unavoidable during childhood. Most are not serious injuries; however, they should be treated appropriately to avoid infection, scarring or other complications.

If you fall and notice you are bleeding, your first step may be to grab a first aid kit and clean the wound to avoid infection. Antiseptics like hydrogen peroxide and rubbing alcohol are commonly used ...