A closed wound normally occurs when a blunt object forcefully hits a part of the body but is unable to break through the skin’s surface results in tissue and blood vessels rupturing which can cause massive internal bleeding or hemorrhage. In most cases, internal bleeding can be readily distinguished by bruise on the affected part […]
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Golfer’s elbow refers to a painful condition that affects the inner side of the injured elbow. The region where the tendon attaches to the bony prominence of the inner elbow region is usually affected. The pain may radiate from the elbow to the forearm and wrist. Golfer’s elbow is caused from tendinitis, just like in
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Generally, dry skin is not a serious problem, people may want to treat it due to cosmetic reasons or because it can be uncomfortable as well. Dry skin occurs when plump cells shrivel up, resulting in fine lines and wrinkles. Dry skin conditions can be serious as well such as a group of conditions called
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Burns are the injuries caused to skin and underlying tissues by thermal (can be flames, hot objects, hot liquids or hot gases/steam), chemical (acids/alkali), electrical or mechanical (friction) causes. Burns occur more frequently in day to day life and may cause death if severe and if not will lead to permanent disfigurement that can be
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