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Skin Conditions Signs & Symptoms * An opening near the skin where the splinter entered. * Pain may not be felt and the splinter may or may not be visible. * Bleeding, swelling, and/or pain at the wound area, especially for splinters stuck deep under the skin. Causes Splinters are pieces of wood, glass, metal, […]
First Aid Signs & Symptoms For Sprains A sprain happens when you overstretch or tear a ligament. (This is fibrous tissue that connects bones.) A joint is affected, but there is no dislocation or fracture. Symptoms are rapid pain, swelling, bruising, and a warm feeling at the injured site. For Strains A strain is an
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Dental & Mouth Concerns Sticky, chewy foods-like cough drops, hard candies, and sugary pastries-cling to the surface of your teeth, where they mix with bacteria in the mouth and produce acids that gradually wear away tooth enamel. Granola bars, many dried fruits, and foods or cereals sweetened with honey, corn syrup, or molasses are particularly
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First Aid A stroke is also called a “brain attack.” With a stroke, brain cells die due to a blood clot or rupture of a blood vessel in the brain. The end result is brain damage (and possible death). In the U.S., strokes are the 3rd leading cause of death. They are the leading cause
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Eye Conditions A stye is an infection in a tiny gland of the eyelid. Signs & Symptoms * Red, painful bump or sore on an eyelid. * Watery or tearing eye that burns and itches. * The red bump may form a head and appears yellow if it contains pus. This usually drains on its
Skin Conditions You should never get sunburned! It leads to premature aging, wrinkling of the skin, and skin cancer. Signs & Symptoms * Red, swollen, painful, and sometimes blistered skin * Headache * Mild fever * Chills, fever, nausea, and vomiting if the sunburn is extensive and severe Causes, Risk Factors & Care Sunburn results
Dental & Mouth Concerns Plaque buildup, crooked teeth, illness, poorly fitting dentures, trapped food particles, and certain medications can irritate or destroy your gums. With good oral hygiene, however, you can prevent gum (periodontal) disease. If caught in the early stages, gum disease is easily treated. If ignored, the gums and supporting tissues wither, and
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General Health Conditions Taking care of your health is within your reach. * Maintain good health habits for eating, physical activity, and sleeping. * Manage stress. * See your doctor or health care provider on a regular basis. * Take medicines, as advised. * Don’t use tobacco products. If you do, quit. * Keep track
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First Aid Shock occurs when the circulation system fails to send blood to all parts of the body. With shock, blood flow or blood volume is too low to meet the body’s needs. Areas of the body are deprived of oxygen. The result is damage to the limbs, lungs, heart, and brain. Signs & Symptoms
Bone & Muscle Problems Signs & Symptoms * The pain can be mild to severe. It can be felt in one spot, in a large area, or travel to another area. Movement can cause the pain or make it worse. * Stiffness and/or swelling may occur. Causes * Overuse and wear and tear on neck
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