A concussion is a form of traumatic brain injury caused by a strike to the head, fall or other injury that shakes the brain within the skull. Even though there might be bruises or wounds on the head or face, there are no other indications of brain injury. An individual does not have to lose […]
Whiplash involves rigidity and pain in the neck after an injury where the neck is abruptly moved or stretched beyond its normal range. This occurs if the head is suddenly driven backwards or forward and snapped in the other direction. This kind of movement often occurs when a vehicle is struck from behind. In uncommon
Cardiac arrest involves the abrupt cessation in the beating of the heart. This causes the cessation of the pumping of blood throughout the body. If the heartbeat is not restarted within minutes, death is inevitable. The condition is different from a heart attack which occurs when a region of the heart muscle dies since the
Diverticulosis involves the development of pouches in the colon wall. These pouches are small but can grow bigger. The pouches in the colon wall do not trigger any symptoms. These pouches are not discovered unless symptoms manifest. Most individuals with diverticulosis do not end up with diverticulitis. In most instances, diverticulosis is only discovered when
A bite from a black widow spider usually occurs as a defensive action. The females are likely to deliver more venom than males. They are distinguished as long-legged, coal-black, shiny spiders with an red, orange or yellow shape on their bottom the same as an hourglass. These spiders are frequently found in barbeque grills, garages,
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Anthrax is a critical, oftentimes life-threatening disease triggered by infection by the anthrax bacteria. The bacteria often produce spores that can spread the infection. It is important to note that anthrax in humans is considered rare unless the spores are spread purposely. Most cases of anthrax occur in livestock such as sheep, cattle, goats and
Eye burns necessitates immediate medical care as soon as possible. You should provide appropriate first aid care such as flushing the eye using cool water until the individual can be taken to the nearest emergency department to stop further eye injury. Most of the substances that enter the eyes that causes a burning sensation will
Pink eye is a common eye condition that easily spreads. It oftentimes necessitates medical treatment depending on the exact cause. Luckily, the condition can be treated in both children and adults. Pink eye involves the inflammation of the conjunctiva or thin, transparent tissue that lines the interior of the eyelid and white region of the
Infantile spasms are a type of epilepsy that occurs in some children. It usually starts between the ages of 2-12 months and peaks around 4-8 months. Even though these seizures only last for 1-2 seconds, they typically occur together with every spasm occurring at 5-10 seconds in a series. During a spasm, the body becomes
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Lyme disease is an infection caused by a spirochete bacteria. The condition can spread to humans via the bite of deer ticks infected by the bacteria. It is important to note that deer ticks thrive in forests or wooded, grassy, marshy areas close to lakes, rivers or oceans. Many individuals who are infected with the
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