The wound will heal in 3 to 10 days, depending on its location. Follow your doctor's instructions. These instructions are supplemental. For a scrape, wash the abraded area with plain soap and warm water as soon as possible. Scrub with a soft brush if possible.
Soap acts as a solvent for imbedded dirt.
For an irritation, protect the area against further abrasion. Use gauze or moleskin. If foreign material is imbedded too deeply or the wound is too painful to cleanse thoroughly, seek medical help. Cleanse lightly each day. If crusting or oozing occurs, soak in warm water with a little dishwashing or laundry detergent.