Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It IsList of Common InjuriesTreatmentFirst AidHealingFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Is List of Common Injuries Treatment First Aid Healing Frequently Asked Questions Avulsionsare severe traumatic injuries where one or more pieces of tissue are torn or detached from the body, including at leastall three layers of skin. These injuries are more serious than lacerations (cuts), but they are less serious than traumatic amputations, when a finger or limb is completely cut from the body....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsTreatmentWhen to See a ProviderPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Treatment When to See a Provider Prevention An infectedear piercingis unlikely, as long as you get your piercing at a licensed salon and follow the recommended aftercare instructions. Even so, a new ear piercing can get infected if you or someone else touches it with dirty hands or you don’t clean it every day....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverview of an MCL SprainTreatment Options for an MCL Sprain Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview of an MCL Sprain Treatment Options for an MCL Sprain Themedial collateral ligament(MCL) is an important structure that provides stability to theinside of your knee. Running from the thigh bone (thefemur) to the lower leg bone (thetibia), this ligament prevents the knee from buckling inward into a knock-kneed (valgus) position....

On November 28, 2022, theWorld Health Organization (WHO) recommendedusing the term “mpox” instead of “monkeypox” in order to avoid racist and stigmatizing language when discussing the disease. Both terms will be used for the next year as WHO phases out usage of “monkeypox.” Key Takeaways A rash is not necessarily the first symptom ofmpox(formerly known as monkeypox), but it is one of the most common. The symptoms of mpox can include fever, headache, muscle aches,swollen lymph nodes, chills, and exhaustion....

Red eyesare a common problem. How you get rid of red eyes depends, in part, on the cause. At-home and over-the-counter treatments include: This article explores different treatments for red eyes and details how to get rid of red eyes. It also explains when to see your healthcare provider for red-eye treatment. Causes of Red Eyes That “bloodshot” appearance of red eyes occurs when blood vessels in the white part of the eye—theconjunctiva—are irritated and become enlarged....

Read on to learn more about how ice pick acne scars can be treated. Nikola Ilic / EyeEm / Getty Images Causes There are different types of acne, but all acne begins with a clogged pore. When pores are deeply clogged, acne can become inflamed and infected with bacteria. Skin tissue is destroyed as the pimple heals. Inflammatory acne breakouts—including cystic acne—are more likely to leave ice pick scars. In the case of a deep pimple, the body may not make enough proteins, like collagen, to fill in the injury to the skin....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Does Razor Burn Look Like?TreatmentPreventionIssues With Similar Symptoms Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Does Razor Burn Look Like? Treatment Prevention Issues With Similar Symptoms Razor burn on the vagina will go away on its own, assuming no other condition (like asexually transmitted infection, or STI) is responsible for the symptoms of red skin, itching, and burning. You may want to try home remedies or over-the-counter products to relieve symptoms....

People who enjoy a break from allergy symptoms in the cold winter months often dread the return of spring. With it comes an explosion pollen from trees, grass, and weeds that can triggerallergic rhinitis(hay fever). According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 8% of American adults (20 million) and over 7% of children (6 million) experienceseasonal allergies. 1:127 Tips for Avoiding Pollen Exposure 1:12 7 Tips for Avoiding Pollen Exposure Symptoms of spring allergies include:...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsDiagnosisManagingFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Managing Frequently Asked Questions It’s entirely normal for kids to throw tantrums, especially before age 6. However, frequent tantrums, which last more than 10 minutes or involve violence, can signify anger issues in kids.Anger can be linked to many experiences and conditions, fromtraumatoobsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Certain types of psychotherapy for kids along with parent management techniques for adults can help the entire family develop more effective coping methods....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEssential OilsHow to UseBenefitsSide EffectsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Essential Oils How to Use Benefits Side Effects Frequently Asked Questions Many essential oils (EOs) have antifungal properties.Tinea pedis(athlete’s foot) is a fungal condition often treated with antifungal medications,but some people use essential oils to treat it. Athlete’s foot often occurs after exposure to the fungus in the damp places where it lives, such as locker room floors, showers, and pools....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAppearanceAt-Home CareMedical TreatmentEradicationPreventionSeeking Medical CareNext in Bedbug Bites GuideWhat Are Bedbugs? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Appearance At-Home Care Medical Treatment Eradication Prevention Seeking Medical Care Next in Bedbug Bites Guide In some cases, it can take days for a reaction to occur to a bedbug bite. Not everyone reacts the same, so the size of the bite and its physical appearance can differ depending on the person....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsWhen to Seek CareMedical TreatmentHome RemediesPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms When to Seek Care Medical Treatment Home Remedies Prevention Hemorrhoidsoccur when pressure from straining causes veins in the rectum and anus to swell and bulge.About 40% of people with hemorrhoids have no symptoms. For those with internal hemorrhoids, bleeding is the most common sign. Most of the time, hemorrhoids can be treated at home....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFirst-Line TreatmentComplementary TherapiesSelf-Care TipsSurgical OptionsWalking with Bunion PainPhysical Therapy Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents First-Line Treatment Complementary Therapies Self-Care Tips Surgical Options Walking with Bunion Pain Physical Therapy Bunionsare painful, bony bumps that develop on the inside of the feet near the joint in the big toe or near the base of the little toe. Several treatment options are available for bunions depending on their severity and how they affect a person’s quality of life....