What Are the Two Methods by Which Skin Can Heal

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What are the two methods by which skin can heal?

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Definitions:

Infiltration

The process by which a substance or group gradually enters or permeates an area or system.

Phlebitis

Inflammation of a vein, typically in the leg, which can result from irritation, infection, or the presence of a blood clot.

Thrombophlebitis

The inflammation of a vein in conjunction with the formation of a thrombus (blood clot), which can lead to swelling, pain, and complications.

Implanted Port

A medical device that is surgically inserted under the skin to provide easy access to the bloodstream for the delivery of medication, nutrients, or for blood sampling.