chafing

irritation of the skin from rubbing Etiology: - constant rubbing of another part of the skin or from clothing - dried sweat, chemicals, dirt, & other debris may contribute Management: - avoid coarse clothing - wear 100% cotton fabric against the skin - eliminate friction by using appropriate clothing for activities - petroleum jelly or baby powder as a lubricant on chafed areas

General

superficial injury/trauma skin lesion

References

0 MedlinePlus: Chafing http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002034.htm