Warts are skin growths that are caused by a virus called human papillomavirus also known as HPV which infects the top layer of the skin. It enters the human body in an area where there is a broken skin and the virus will cause the layer on top of the skin to grow rapidly and […]
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Being bitten by a dog is a frightening experience for many. Dogs can be territorial, can be instinctive or too playful and bites without realizing it. A person bitten by a dog who carries parvovirus or rabies virus needs emergency care immediately. A dog bite can also cause a serious bacterial infection of the bone
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Rats are medium-sized with long tails. The “true rats” are members of the genus Rattus. The types of rats that are prevalent in the human world include the black and the brown rat. Rats have large teeth and capable of delivering painful bites when threatened. Rats usually avoid people and like to stay in quite
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Those who engage on skiing are at risk for skiing injuries if they are not skilled enough or not using appropriate gear. Several injuries can occur and the most common are the knee injuries, especially the anterior cruciate ligament. When skiing, an individual puts their arms forward to break a fall, thus shoulder injuries can
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Your thumb is a vital part of your hand particularly for grasping and holding objects as well as for daily tasks. If an individual suffers from a sprained thumb, it is best described as an injury to the proper alignment of the thumb. The ligaments are soft structures that connect two bones to form a
Unconsciousness typically occurs once an individual is unable to respond to stimuli and appears to be in a state of sleep. An individual can be unconscious only for a few seconds or for extended periods. Individuals who are unconscious do not respond to shaking or loud sounds. In some cases, they might even stop breathing
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An ankle sprain usually occurs if there is a significant injury to the ligaments adjacent as well as connecting the bones of the leg to the foot. This injury typically occurs among individuals who accidentally twisted or turned their ankle inappropriately. Always remember that all ligaments in the body have a certain range of motion
A first aid kit that is properly stocked can help you respond to common emergencies and injuries in a fast and effective manner. It is important to keep at least one first aid kit in your house and another one in your car. The kits should be stored in an easy to access location that
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