Wounds & Injuries

Serious injury to the body and surgery can leave people with internal scars. These scars can affect other parts of the body and can re-open. Pregnant women have been known to hemorrhage from their...

Skin protects the inside of our bodies from infection. When an abrasion occurs, the skin is no longer present to protect that area of the body, and bacteria can enter quickly, causing infection....

Wounds have many phases that they need to go through on the human body before they can properly heal. They are the inflammatory, proliferative and remodeling phases. All wounds go through these...

Whether because of a condition that affects circulation (such as diabetes) or another skin condition, sometimes wounds will not heal without medical intervention. One of the manners in which...

Prostaglandins are produced in the body by its cells and influence every organ system. They play a role in a variety of physiological and hormonal processes and sometimes work against each other...

The skin is the body's best defense against invading, disease-causing microorganisms. When the skin is broken by an abrasion, puncture wound, burn or incision, it is easier for microorganisms to...

Being able to describe medical problems, conditions, or symptoms is important in getting a correct diagnosis and treatment. Sometimes the description is of the symptom or problem alone is enough,...

People who experience any sort of trauma, whether physical or psychological, often experience physical symptoms. According to helpguide.org, stress and pain are common physical symptoms, while...

In the human body, several different systems work together to support life and function. One of the most important of these is the skeletal system. This collection of bones enables the body to...

Good nutrition plays a major role in wound healing. The key nutrients involved in the successful recovery of damaged tissue include adequate protein, water, vitamins and minerals. Each is...

Unless you're planning on taking your physical body with you to the afterlife, why not donate its parts so they can help someone else? You may aid in the discovery of a new medical procedure, help...

Anyone who has followed the adventures of Mt. Everest explorers or heard stories about skiers and hikers who got lost in the snow has heard about the dangers of frostbite. But what is frostbite,...

Certain individuals who are injured in one way or another may not be able to walk without assistance while recovering from the injury. Instead of using a wheelchair, the person may decide to use a...

You know that eating healthy can help you lose weight, but what you might not be aware of is that certain foods help reduce inflammation and infection in your body as well. Eating foods high in...

Frostbite can develop in less than 15 minutes. Symptoms of frostbite include a white, pale skin with a waxy appearance; swelling; and numbness, tingling, itching or a complete lack of sensation in...

As much as 75 percent of the human body is made up of water. As a result, keeping sufficient water in your system is very important. Dehydration occurs when you are losing more water than you are...

I know many people who have the problem of picking their scabs. It is a bad habit to have and can be hard to break. When you pick your scabs, it can lead to infections and scarring. Here are some...

The human body has a natural tendency to reject foreign objects, including purposeful piercings. Sometimes piercings might become obviously infected, but sometimes the body might simply reject the...

The first rule of thumb in all exercise and fitness training is safety. Do not overexert yourself or lift more weight than you can handle because it can do more harm than good. It is important...

The word tetanus is frightening for most people. It conjures up thoughts of lockjaw and death. Pediatricians and parents ensure children receive their tetanus immunizations. However, most adults...