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About Dislocation An injury which forces bones out of their sockets Dislocation is a common sports injury It temporarily deforms or immobilizes the joint Causes Usually caused by a trauma like a fall/blow Rheumatoid arthritis also causes dislocation Symptoms Pain Tenderness Difficulty to move injured part Swelling Discoloration Treatment Call medical help as soon as possible Do not move the joint or try to place it back Place ice to control swelling  If the skin is cut, clean gently and bandage with sterile gauze Sling or splint the injury in its original position If an injury is serious, check for breathing If not breathing, provide   Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Elevate the feet up to 12 inches Cover the patient with a blanket Prevention Wear protective gear while sporting Make home environment safe  Teach safe habits to children Do not stand on chairs or other unstable objects Exercise care while using bath oils M...

Overview Spinal cord injury is otherwise called 'myelopathy'  It results in an injury to the nerve fibers in the cord  Can cause loss of physical sensation and mobility  Spinal cord remains intact in most of the injuries  The complete injury causes no movement/sensation below the injury  Incomplete injury-retains some movement/sensation below the injury  Physical therapy, ventilators, wheelchairs often required  Causes Automobile accidents  Diving accidents Falls  Shot by a gun  Conditions like  a. Polio b. Tumor c. Spina Bifida d. Friedreich's Ataxia  Symptoms Loss of sensation  Loss of motor functions  Loss of bowel/bladder functions  Sexual function can get affected  Loss of involuntary functions, like breathing  Inability to control the rate of heartbeat  Inability to sweat  Chronic pain  Treatment Seek medical help or call for an ambulance ...

One of the common summer nuisances is itching and scratching like mad due to mosquito bites. While mosquito bites are usually harmless, occasionally they can cause redness, soreness, itching, and swelling. Mosquito bites are caused by female mosquitoes that inject saliva into your skin. The proteins in the saliva trigger a mild immune system reaction which results in itchy bumps on your skin. In this article, you can find some of the common and most-effective natural ways of relieving and treat mosquito bites, and some of them can be easily found in your home. 1. Baking soda Baking soda is alkaline and as a result, it can ease insect itching caused by mosquito bites. Mix a tablespoon of baking soda with water to get a thick paste and apply to the affected skin area. Leave for a few minutes and then rinse with warm water. You can also find more information in my post on how to use baking soda as a kitchen medicine. 2. Apple cider vinegar (ACV) ACV (as wel...

Overview Insect bites are, mostly, not severe  Sometimes they cause a severe allergic reaction, anaphylaxis Anaphylaxis is life-threatening if not treated on time The sting of bees, wasps, hornets/bite of fire ants, painful  Bites of insects, like mosquitoes, cause itching The bite of a black widow spider can be fatal if left untreated Causes   Examples of biting insects Mosquitoes Fleas Mites Spiders Examples of stinging insect Bees Wasps Hornets Symptoms Localized Pain Swelling Redness Itching Numbness Burning Tingling sensation Breathlessness Weakness Treatment Remove the stinger using a straight-edged object Wash the area thoroughly with soap and water Place ice wrapped in a cloth on the affected area Repeat after every 10 minutes Apply a gentle cream to prevent itching Take antihistamines if necessary Observe for signs of infection like pain, redness or swelling In case of emergency- Try to keep the person ...

Fire ants originated in Brazil, but have become established in the US, spreading throughout the southern states.   A bite from this ant causes swelling and severe pain that is short-lived but the pain is replaced by long-lasting and intense itching. Fire ant bite blisters may also appear.  In rare cases, ant bites can cause death in humans [ 1 ] as the toxin is similar in chemistry to a  bee  or  wasp sting  and may cause an allergic reaction. If you want to know how to treat fire ant bites, then don’t worry, we have the fire ant bite remedy for you. Our home remedies for fire ant bites will give relief from the pain, reduce the swelling, and heal the fire ant blisters. Fire ant bites Fire ants attack en masse, in huge numbers to hunt their prey or when their nest has been disturbed or is under threat. The fire ant will bite down with its mandibles, anchoring its body, before injecting venom through its stinger attached at the end of its abdomen....