A bitten tongue is a common behavior that usually happens when chewing foods, speaking or being tongue-tied. Small bites can heal on the same day, but a deeper wound heals in a week. When an individual ends up with a bitten tongue, it can cause the development of a painful sore that lasts for several …
A smashed finger is a common injury that happens accidentally and causes severe pain. It causes severe pain due to the concentration of nerve receptors found in the fingertips. Generally, depending on the severity of the condition, there is a need for immediate care to prevent long-term pain or injury. In addition, damage can involve …
A closed fracture happens when the broken bone does not penetrate the skin but can cause severe soft tissue injury. Some common closed fractures include a broken wrist, ankle fractures and hip fractures. Symptoms of a closed fracture Sharp and stinging pain when the affected area is stretched or torn. Incapable of putting weight on …
Road rash is a skin injury caused by abrasion with road surfaces usually while cycling, longboarding and motorcycling. Symptoms of road rash Heavy bleeding Pain Treatment If the accident occurred in a dangerous area such as in the middle of the road, move to a safe area away from the road if capable of moving …
A fire ant sting can cause pain and even fatal to some people. Generally, the sting of fire ants contains alkaloid venom which causes severe irritation to humans and result to the formation of white pustules and red bumps that can lead to scarring of the affected area. When fire ants attack, they first use …
Avascular necrosis is a condition that occurs from temporary or permanent poor supply of blood to the bones and result to death of the bone tissues. It causes breaks in the affected bone and eventually cause the bone to collapse. Avascular necrosis can occur in any part of the body but usually common at the …
Blood circulation is the continual flow of blood from the heart that spreads all over the body. Generally, this proper movement of blood is necessary to maintain oxygen supply from the lungs and nutrients from the gut, distribution of hormones, water, heat and release of waste for excretion. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uq3UNDF_H1w An adult has 5 liters of …
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