Achilles tendon rupture is a type of injury affecting the rear part of the lower leg and usually common in people playing recreational sports, but it can also happen to anyone. Generally, overstretching of the Achilles tendon can result to complete or partially rupture. If the Achilles tendon ruptures, a popping sound can be heard, […]
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A lower leg contusion is a common and disabling injury especially in people playing rugby and soccer. A blow to the calf or shin can result to a contusion. When a lower leg is kicked will result to internal bleeding in the muscles and the surrounding tissues. The bleeding will cause the leg to spasms
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Heatstroke is the most serious form of heat injury. It is caused by overheating of the body from a prolonged exposure to high temperatures or performing physical exertion in high temperatures usually combined with dehydration and result to failure of the temperature control system of the body. Temperature of the body rises to 104 F
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A hamstring injury happens near the area of the hip, resulting to severe pain at the back of the thigh, groin or the hip. The hamstrings are composed of 3 separate muscles and responsible for bending and flexing the knee and movement of the hip. The hamstring can be injured while kicking, running, skating, weightlifting
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Heat rash is a skin irritation common in hot and humid weather. It usually forms when obstructed pores or sweat ducts hold perspiration under the skin. It interrupts the heat regulating mechanism of the body and result to fever, discomfort and exhaustion. It is characterized by the development of blisters which can be superficial or
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An enlarged heart or cardiomegaly is not a disease but symptom of another condition. An enlarged heart can develop temporarily due to stress of the body from pregnancy or medical conditions such as heart valve problems and coronary artery disease. Symptoms of an enlarged heart Abnormal heart rhythm or arrhythmia Shortness of breath Swelling or
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Pepper spray on the eyes can cause an intense burning sensation in the eyes. The person experiences a “bubbling” or “boiling” sensation and eventually temporary blindness and pain in the eye occurs. It can cause inflammation of the skin and difficulty breathing which is dangerous to people suffering from asthma. The effects of pepper spray
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Lockjaw is a temporomandibular joint disorder which causes pain in the joint where the lower jaw is connected to the skull. Symptoms of lockjaw Pain in the jaw, ear and face Difficulty chewing or biting foods Headache Difficulty opening or closing the mouth because the joint is locked in place A clicking or grating sound
A bleeding tongue causes severe discomfort which makes regular tasks such as eating and speaking difficulty. Biting the tongue strongly or certain injuries to the tongue can result to a bleeding tongue. The tongue is rich with blood vessels and injuries to this area can result to significant bleeding. Treatment for a bleeding tongue Wash
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Pinpoint petechiae are tiny purple or red spots that are caused by damage to the blood capillaries under the skin. The capillaries are the smallest vessels of blood that function by spreading oxygenated blood from the arteries to the tissues of the body and back into the veins. In most cases, pinpoint petechiae are due
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