Sharp tools reportedly cause afflictions (5)
I believe the answer is:
sores
'afflictions' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
I don't understand the remainder of the clue.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for sores that I've seen before include "Painful spots on roses" , "Diseased spots" , "Skin infections" , "Lesions" .)