Thin-skinned bony areas (like knees, ankles and elbows) are more prone to abrasions than thicker, more padded areas. Abrasions are superficial injuries of the skin and visceral linings in the body, resulting in a break in the continuity of tissue.…
If the skin system is damaged by an impact or force, the blood vessels in the area can rupture and bleed. If there is no exit for the blood, it can pool and turn into a bruise (contusion) or haematoma.…
A blister, which is also called a vesicle by medical professionals, is a raised portion of skin that is filled with fluid. You’re probably familiar with blisters if you’ve ever worn ill-fitting shoes for too long. This common cause of…
Dogs may bite in defence of themselves, their territory, or a member of their pack. Mother dogs will fiercely protect their puppies as well. Startling a dog, such as waking one up or a child suddenly approaching from behind, can…
Depending on the type and extent of surgery one undergoes, the healing time can be anything from mere days to months. Factors that play a role in surgical wound healing include: any pre-existing medical conditions such as diabetes, how fastidious…
Cosmetic surgery is a million-Rand industry in South Africa, with not only local patients boosting the plastic surgery practice coffers, but with overseas visitors coming out to the country on ‘Cosmetic Safaris’. There are approximately 34 different procedures available, all…
In most cases, sore or cracked nipples caused by breastfeeding are the result of incorrect positioning or attachment. However, there are medical problems that cause sore nipples such as infection or dermatitis on your nipples, or anatomical problems such as…
Pregnancy and child birth are special events in women’s lives. Whether a Caesarean section birth is an elective or an emergency procedure, the wounds can cause discomfort and frustration for the mother of the baby. Since a C-section entails cutting…
One of the main symptoms of diabetes is high blood sugar (also called blood glucose). Over time, high blood sugar levels can damage your nerves and blood vessels. That lessens blood flow (especially to your hands, feet, and limbs), which…
Here’s Why Light Therapy for Wound Treatment is So Beneficial Most adults have, at some point in their lives, dealt with a wound. This could be from a scraped knee while learning to ride a bike, a small papercut, or…
