Insulin shock happens anytime when there is an imbalance between the insulin in the system, the amount food being eaten and the level of physical activities. A person with high risk of insulin shock is a diabetic. Those who are diagnosed with diabetes who are dependent on insulin take injection during the day to manage […]
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A rug burn is a type of first degree burn caused by friction of the body with fibers of rugs, carpet or another abrasive surface. When there is friction between the body and the rug, it causes a mild amount of heat and it is the most common type of friction burn. Large rug burns
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A first-degree burn is an injury to the tissues due to direct contact or exposure to thermal heat such as fire, steam, hot liquids and objects, electrical, chemical and radiation sources. Remember that burns can cause severe pain. Minor or superficial burns can be treated at home. The most common type of burn is the
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A broken toe is usually caused by trauma or injury. Performing prolonged repetitive movements causes a type of broken toe called a stress fracture. The affected area of the foot includes the small bones of the toe called phalanges which are susceptible to breakage when exposed to trauma. A toe can be crushed where the
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The oblique muscles are found on the sides of the abdomen between the hip and the rib cage. There are 2 sets of oblique muscles such as the external and internal obliques which both function in the twisting, bending and support for the spine. Most injuries of the oblique muscles are due to tension from
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Heat cramps are painful and brief muscle cramps. Heat cramps happen during exercises or working in hot environments. Heat cramps usually affects fatigued muscles such as the thigh, calves and shoulders. The cramps happen due to deficiency in sodium from profuse sweating. The pain can be caused by being dehydrated from sweating and the electrolyte
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Amputation is the detachment of a body part. Amputation is a violent form of trauma that happens such as a cut or involves tearing of the area. An accidental amputation usually involves the fingers, but it can happen to an entire limb. It can be complete, where the entire body part is completely removed or
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An individual is at risk for a wasp sting if spending time outdoors. Remember that wasps, bees and other similar insects can cause allergic reactions. The severitiy of an insect sting reaction may vary from person to person. There are three types of reactions such as: A normal reaction will cause swelling, pain, itchiness, redness
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The joints in the fingers are the most delicate parts of the body that can be affected by arthritis. When osteoarthritis develops in these joints, they can cause pain and eventually loss of function and deformity of the affected area. Symptoms of arthritis in the finger joint Dull and burning sensation in the fingers. The
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Allergy rash can occur suddenly with swelling and when it develops on the face, they can be irritating and embarrassing. Rashes are outbreaks or bumps found in the skin and can spread over with cracked skin, inflammation, redness and itching. These rashes can be caused by psychological factors, certain diseases, mosquito bites, fungal or bacterial
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