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First Aid For Diabetes

Facts About Diabetes People with diabetes can get too high or low blood sugar in a short period of time – both of them require quick help from the environment Too low blood sugar May cause increased sweat, cold, clumsy and pale skin, strong pulse and palpitation, hunger and weakness. The person may be confused and respond badly to the charge, and sometimes faint and get seizures similar to epilepsy Too high blood sugar May cause dry skin and a deep, heavy breathing and rapid pulse. The person’s breath can smell acetone (nail polish remover) and he / she can be very thirsty, be unclear and confused and rarely lose consciousness If the person is angry or unconscious call a […]

First Aid For Croup

Facts About Croup Virus infection in the upper respiratory tract, especially the throat with the stems Hesitant breathing, especially during the breathing phase, and coughing like a seaweed The treatment is inhalation of cold (outdoor) or humid air, possibly. medical treatment with, for example, steroid and / or adrenaline via a nebuliser on a mask Background An attack of false laryngitis (pseudocroup, laryngitis) is due to the inflammation of a minor child’s airways in the larynx and trachea region, most commonly caused by a viral infection, raising and creating breathing problems The sound that a child with throat noise makes may seem alarming, but the symptoms will mostly go fast and without the child hurting. The sound reminiscent of a […]

First Aid For Asthma

Facts About Asthma Asthma attacks are due to sudden narrowing of the respiratory tract and manifests itself in severe respiratory distress, accompanied by wheezing and often cough and anxiety If the person has a seizure of asthma medicine, help him / her take 2-3 breath / suction from the inhaler If it does not help after approx. 10 minutes, repeat the inhalation If there is no improvement after approx. 20 minutes, you must call an ambulance Background An asthma attack is due to the airway narrowing and it causes wheezing and wheezing and respiratory distress The attack can be triggered by an external influence, for example. dust, pollen, animal hair or cold, but can also come without any explanation Most […]

First Aid For Meningitis

Facts About Meningitis Meningitis, is a serious disease that can affect anyone – regardless of age The disease is caused by inflammation with viruses or bacteria in the barriers that cover the brain Symptoms of meningitis are high fever, drowsiness, stiff neck – the patient can not get the hair down on the chest – headache, relations to strong light, possibly rash or cramps Early symptoms may remind you of flu In case of suspicion of meningitis: call the hospital. Background Meningitis, meningitis, is a serious disease that can affect anyone – regardless of age The disease is caused by inflammation with bacteria or viruses in the barriers that cover the brain Without immediate treatment, the disease can lead to […]

Conjunctivitis (Infectious Conjunctivitis)

Facts About Conjunctivitis Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the surface of the eye, usually caused by bacteria or virus The condition is characterized by redness, irritation and the tendency to sticking to the eyes with pus In most cases, the infection by itself, but when there is suspicion that the infection caused by bacteria can be treated with antibiotic eye drops Children should only be kept home from daycare, if there is much pus formation What is conjunctivitis? Photo of man with conjunctivitis Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the surface of the eye, usually caused by bacteria or virus What causes conjunctivitis? Conjunctivitis caused by viruses or bacteria that are transmitted by direct contact from an infected person, for example by […]

Breast Cancer Symptoms and Signs

Facts The first symptom of breast cancer is often a node that has not been there before. There can also be felt or seen other changes in the breast, nipple or skin of the breast that may be signs of cancer If you notice changes in the breast, it is important that you get it checked by a doctor Symptoms and signs that may indicate breast cancer You can not mark breast cancer at the earliest stages. The first symptom of breast cancer is usually a lump in the breast, either a knot you can mark or a node is discovered by a screening breast examination. Other symptoms may be that the breast or skin of the breast changes its […]

Tussionex

What Tussionex Pennkinetic? Tussionex Pennkinetic is a prescription antihistamine and antitussive medications used to treat allergies. The creators of Tussionex report this medication is the only liquid 12-hour prescription cough medicines approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. Function Symptoms of allergy arising from histamine which the body produces when coming into contact with an allergen, and Tussionex Pennkinetic works by blocking the histamine production. Like other anti-tussives suppresses Tussionex also the body’s natural urge to cough. Ingredients RX list reports that the active ingredients in Tussionex is hydrocodone and chlorpheniramine. Hydrocodone is a narcotic, making Tussionex a controlled substance. Dependence Like other drugs leads Tussionex sometimes physical dependence on the drug when taken for several weeks. When this […]

How to Help Someone With Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Seeing someone you care about experience the symptoms of PTSD or complex PTSD can be incredibly challenging. To support them effectively while also taking care of your own wellbeing, listen to them without pressure, allowing them to talk at their own pace and express their feelings. Avoid making assumptions about their emotions, both past and present, and refrain from dismissing their experiences with comments like “it could have been worse” or questioning their actions during the traumatic event. Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (also known as PTSD) is a serious condition that can greatly affect the quality of life for those who suffer from it. As the name suggests, this disorder brought on by the effects of traumatic events after the fact. […]

Treatments For Cement Burns

Direct contact with wet cement can cause chemical burns to the skin or eyes. Various building materials, concrete, plaster, grout and mortar, often contain Portland cement, caustic alkaline binding substance which may cause a serious skin reaction with limited exposure. Because pain is not immediate, the worker can not realize the extent of cement burn until later when symptoms including blisters, skin discoloration and dead skin cells appear (Reference 1). Initial care Remove clothing or boots if they contain wet concrete or other wet cement mixtures. The longer in wet cement in contact with your skin, the greater the risk of suffering a cement burn. Brush away dry patches of cement and rinse the skin with lukewarm water for 20 […]

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