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… require closure should be stitched, stapled, or closed with skin adhesives (also called liquid stitches) within 6 to 8 … clean. Closing a puncture wound with stitches, staples, or skin adhesive may seal bacteria into it, which increases the … heal faster if it is not closed with stitches, staples, or skin adhesive. Cuts Fish Hook Injuries …
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… or at the AC joint. The bone rarely breaks through the skin. But it may push the skin out, causing it to have a tent-shaped look. A broken … Your doctor can usually diagnose a broken collarbone by asking you questions and examining you. Your doctor will …
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… infection. Infections that can lead to sepsis include: A skin infection such as from a cut. A lung infection like … breathing problems, a fast heartbeat, chills, cool clammy skin, skin rashes, and shaking. Other symptoms may include a fever …
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… at your tumour. A tiny ink tattoo may be placed on your skin so that the radiation beam can be aimed at the same … the seeds into your prostate. They're placed through the skin between your anus and scrotum (perineum). The doctor … include: Feeling very tired (fatigue). Loss of appetite. Skin changes, if you have external radiation. The skin in …
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… are stung by an insect, poisons and other toxins enter your skin. It's normal to have some swelling, redness, pain, and … better from the allergic reaction. Allergy tests, such as skin prick tests or blood tests, can help you find out which … the nest may be close by. Remove the stinger from your skin. It may be best to scrape or flick the stinger off your …
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… first yeast infection, or red, irritated and/or swollen skin around the opening of the vagina; painful sexual … get yeast infections, most often as a rash under the foreskin or on the penis. The foreskin or penis may also be itchy or irritated. Other vaginal …
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… Using duct tape for warts is probably safe. But if your skin is very thin or fragile, be very careful when removing the tape. If you're not sure whether a skin growth is a wart, it's best to see a health … Using duct tape for warts is probably safe. But if your skin is very thin or fragile, be very careful when removing …
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… for short term relief. Do not put ice directly on your skin. Place a towel or pad between the ice and the skin. Clean your perineum by pouring warm water over your …
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… They leave one, two, or three puncture marks on the skin, but you won't always see any marks. Water moccasins … immediate pain with rapid swelling. Discoloration of the skin. Difficult or rapid breathing. Changes in heart rate or … They leave one, two, or three puncture marks on the skin, but you won't always see any marks. Water moccasins …
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… tick's salivary glands and then into your body through your skin. It takes at least 24 hours for a tick to transmit the … isn't found or treated early, the infection may affect the skin, joints, nervous system, and heart within weeks to … tick's salivary glands and then into your body through your skin. It takes at least 24 hours for a tick to transmit the …
