Pressure ulcer - Overview
A pressure ulcer is an area of skin that breaks down when you stay in one position for too long without shifting your weight. This often happens if you use a wheelchair or you are bedridden, even for a short period of time (for example, after ... [... more]
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Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injury - Overview
Cruciate ligament injury - posterior; PCL injury; Knee injury - posterior cruciate ligament (PCL); Hyperextended knee A posterior cruciate ligament injury is a partial or complete tearing or stretching of any part of the posterior cruciate ... [... more]
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Kneecap dislocation - Overview
Kneecap dislocation occurs when the triangle-shaped bone covering the knee (patella) moves or slides out of place. The problem usually occurs toward the outside of the leg. A dislocated kneecap most often occurs in women. It is usually a result ... [... more]
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Poison ivy - oak - sumac rash - Overview
Poison ivy, oak, and sumac are plants that commonly cause an allergic skin reaction. The result is typically an itching, red rash with bumps or blisters. Poison ivy is one of the most frequent causes of skin rash among children and adults who ... [... more]
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Poisoning first aid - Overview
Poisoning is caused by swallowing, injecting, breathing in, or otherwise being exposed to a harmful substance. Most poisonings occur by accident. Immediate first aid is very important in a poisoning emergency. The first aid you give before ... [... more]
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Strains - Overview
A strain is when a muscle becomes overstretched and tears. This painful injury, also called a "pulled muscle," can be caused by an accident, improper use of a muscle, or overuse of a muscle. Strains - Overview, A strain is when a muscle becomes [... more]
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