The eyes are composed of very delicate structures that lack reliable protection, apart from the eyelids, against external physical force. This puts the eyes at risk for injuries that are not only painful but may also lead to other complications, including blindness. A foreign body is any object that gets into the eye. It could […]
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A bunion refers to an unusual, bony bump that develops at the base of the big toe, on the joint. Bunions tend to form when the big toe pushes against the other toes adjacent to it, thus causing the big toe joint to respond by moving in the opposite direction away from the foot structure.
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A nosebleed or epistaxis is often a cause of worry for parents and babysitters. However, nosebleeds are actually common among children and rarely a true medical problem. They most commonly occur as a result of injury to the soft tissues of the nasal cavity. Other possible causes of nosebleeds include dry air, repeated nose-blowing or
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Neck strains and sprains occur as a result of torn muscles and/or ligaments in the neck. The three main types of ligament and muscle strains include the following: Grade I strain or sprain – this is a stretching injury which does not involve the tearing of the ligaments or muscles Grade II strain or sprain
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Drugs are effective in treating specific medical conditions but when taken in excess can lead to unwanted adverse effects or possibly an overdose. As a matter of fact, many prescription medications and recreational drugs overdose can cause fatal consequences if not treated immediately. Drug effects may vary depending on the nature of its content as
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Medically termed as atopic dermatitis, eczema refers to an itchy inflammation of the skin. Eczema is a chronic condition which may take place along with hay fever or asthma. Eczema can affect any region of the skin, but it usually takes place behind the knees and the arms. The exact cause of eczema is still
Children, often between the ages of 6 months to 2 years are susceptible to suffering from ear infections that are often transient and go away on their own. If your child is suffering from a mild form of the infection, the following first aid tips will help you alleviate the symptoms of the condition. If
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Hypothermia When your body is exposed to cool environments with heavy wind and high humidity for long periods of time, its natural mechanism of regulating the normal body temperature fails leading to a drop in body temperature. When the body loses more heat than what is being produced, the net result is a low body
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