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Overview Meningitis is an infection of the membranes that border the brain and the spinal cord. Meningitis can be caused by germs or an infection. Anybody can get meningitis, whatever age they are, but children and young kids under five are most at risk. Meningitis can be very serious. If you think it might be meningitis you […]

Overview Burns and scalds are caused by damage to the skin caused by intense heat. A burn is generally caused by dry heat, like a hot iron, fire, or the sun. A scald is initiated by wet heat, like a hot cup of coffee or steam You must be extra cautious when handling burns. The

Overview All head injuries are possibly serious because they can harm the brain and make someone lose consciousness. How severe a head injury is, depends on how someone hit their head and how harsh the impact was. A head injury might cause injury to the brain tissue or to blood vessels contained within the skull,

Overview Surgical wounds are slits (cuts) created through the skin while undergoing a surgical procedure. The edges of a wound can be held firmly together with closure strips, staples, surgical glue or stitches. Unique surgical bandages can be obtained to soak up fluid from seeping wounds. Occasionally Surgical wounds can split open before they are

Overview Progressive disease affecting oral cavity Characterized by chronic bleeding of gums May lead to tooth loss Causes Poor oral hygiene Inadequate plaque removal Oral trauma, like toothbrush abrasion Inflammation caused by infection Vitamin C / K deficiency Hot food Chemical irritants Leukemia Pregnancy Treatment Apply pressure using ice-pack Mouth rinse: Pinch of salt in lukewarm

What is Anaphylaxis? Severe, life- threatening allergic reaction Occurs as a reaction to an allergen Anaphylaxis releases various chemicals in body Reactions occur in secs / mins of exposure Occurs in 30 per 100,000 individuals per year Causes Food like nuts, milk, eggs, fish Insect sting Latex Vaccines Medications like antibiotics, anesthetics Some tropical insects,

Overview Of Corneal Abrasions The cornea is the external layer of the eye If this layer tears it will result in corneal abrasion. This is the most common damage to the eye The cornea consist of several nerve endings, therefore it is extremely painful if it tears. Causes Of Corneal Abrasion Might be caused by A

Overview Of Fractures A fracture is caused by either a fragmented or broken bone Happens when force is placed on the bone Takes place with or without the dislocation of bone fragments Various Fractures Open fracture: The skin cracks resulting in an open injury Closed fracture: The skin is not cracked Complex fractures: There is

Overview Of A Concussion A concussion is a temporary disruption in brain function as a result of a head injury. A concussion causes: Headache, confusion, or unsteadiness. Losing consciousness which lasts less than 30 minutes or a person doesn’t become unconscious at all. Amnesia (memory loss) lasting less than one day. About 50 % of

Overview Of A Blister A blister is a bulge packed with fluid that emerges when the skin’s external layer is hurt. The fluid occurs below the injured skin and safeguards the new skin growing beneath it. When the new skin develops, the body slowly reabsorbs the liquid. The development generally takes 3–7 days. At times