A foot fracture is a condition where one or several foot bones have been broken due to a heavy force or blow to the foot such as kicking a hard surface or dropping a heavy object onto the foot. A foot fracture can also occur from repetitive activity that applies stress to the foot or […]
Bedsores is a type of injury that affects the skin and tissue due to extended pressure placed on the skin. Generally, common areas where bedsores develop include the bony regions of the body such as the hips, heels, ankles and tailbone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrnU318YxKE People with a medical condition that affects their ability to change positions or
An elbow fracture is a common condition where one or more elbow bones are broken because of numerous reasons such as a fall, impact to the elbow, or a twisting injury. In most cases, an elbow fracture will recuperate naturally without the need for surgery but conservative treatment with a cast. Generally, a sprain, strain
A fire ant sting is due to a fire ant which have strong venom that can be quite irritating and annoying for most people. Fire ants can sting numerous times and occasionally attack in swarms which may lead to multiple stings. To identify a fire ant sting, they look like a group of swollen red
Posterior thigh pain is caused by overuse injuries. It can develop gradually or can be severe. The hamstring is composed of three muscles found in the posterior or back of the thigh. Quadriceps muscles found in front of the thigh functions for walking, running and jumping. Running with tight hamstrings can cause posterior thigh pain.
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Dyshidrotic eczema is a skin condition that causes formation of small blisters on the palms, fingers and soles of the feet. This condition is due to exposure to chemicals such as nickel or cobalt; allergies, fungal infections and excessive stress. The affected area becomes thick and eventually turns scaly and result to redness, inflammation and
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A concussion is a type of head injury that occurs when an impact strikes the head. Generally, concussions may lead to altered mental states including the loss of consciousness. This head injury is common from accidents such as falls, car accidents, bike accidents but can also be acquired from those who play sports that involve
While outdoors, you may end up with a bee sting once in your life. In most cases, a bee sting is just an outdoor nuisance and a home remedy is all you need to ease the pain. In serious cases where there are multiple stings or if you have an allergy to bee stings, medical
Osgood Schlatter’s disease is a disorder that causes painful inflammation of the patellar tendon that is connected in the lower portion of the kneecap or patella to the shinbone or tibia. It causes a bony bump on the shinbone below the knee. This condition usually affects young children especially in young adolescent boys participating in
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Interstitial lung disease is a group of conditions affecting the interstitium which is a part of the anatomical structure of the lungs. Generally, it is lace-like structure of tissues that spreads to both lungs. It supports the microscopic air sacs of the lungs or alveoli. Small blood vessels are found in the interstitium, for proper
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