Depending on the severity of the burn which is based on the size and depth, a doctor should be consulted or call for emergency assistance right away. Regardless of the severity of the burn, there are vital measures in managing the burn. Flush the burned area with cool running water for several minutes Call for […]
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When it comes to minor scratches and cuts while at work or during sports, they can be easily managed at home. As for large-sized wounds, they should be dressed until medical care is available. Always bear in mind that cleanliness is a vital point to remember in order to prevent infection from developing. Steps in
The infection that occurs within the body are quite common, but certain types of infections can be considered serious and have significant consequences. A type of infection that is serious is known as flexor tenosynovitis or flexor tendon sheath infection. Remember that these infections develop around the tendons of the finger. Before surgery and antibiotic
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In most cases of overuse bone injuries, they typically occur in the lower extremities. Many have heard about stress fractures but most occur in the leg, foot or hip. Various types of stress fractures can occur among athletes. There are also uncommon types of stress fractures that affect the rib cage including a rib stress
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The sciatic nerve is the biggest and longest nerve in the body. It travels from the inferior back through the buttock and continues down to the rear of the leg. The sciatic nerve is responsible for controlling movement of various muscles in the thigh and leg as well as providing sensory input to the brain.
When an individual has diabetes, it is vital that you know the side effects of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) and how to properly manage them. Remember that both can become a diabetic emergency if not recognized and treated promptly. The suitable treatment is prevention but oftentimes, it can be unavoidable.
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If an individual or a child acquires the stomach flu, one of the treatment options that you might have heard is the BRAT diet. Remember that the BRAT diet involves the introduction of foods again after the individual experienced vomiting and diarrhea. This diet is used to help individuals who have diarrhea or has been
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If an individual experiences an allergic reaction after sustaining a bee sting, it is vital to call for emergency assistance right away. If you are helping out an individual with a known bee sting allergy and has an on-hand injectable epinephrine, your initial move is to administer a shot if any symptoms of an allergic
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Vocal cord dysfunction is basically a syndrome that triggers asthma-like symptoms due to the abnormal closure of the vocal cords. The symptoms of the condition can include shortness of breath, wheezing and neck or chest tightness. Take note that the condition strikingly mimics asthma which is why this syndrome is also called as vocal cord
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Some individuals are highly sensitive to allergens, thus ending up with the symptoms of cat allergy upon exposure. The main cat allergen which is called Fel d1 is present in cat saliva and even dander from the skin, fur and sebaceous glands. The other cat allergens including albumin are present in the blood, urine and
