Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disorder that causes formation of plaques that appears on the skin. Plaques are thickened, dry and reddened areas of the skin that develops scales on the surface. It causes itchiness and burning sensations, and these can crack and bleed and cause pain. Causes of cracking and bleeding psoriasis The affected […]
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Ear bleeding is called otorrhea is a fluid discharge from the ears that includes blood. Oftentimes, the blood also includes pus and wax. Furthermore, bleeding in the ear can originate from other parts of the body. Causes of ear bleeding Ruptured eardrum due to foreign objects, infections, loud sounds or sudden changes in the pressure
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First Aid Classes – Severe Bleeding from Wounds Some wounds bleed more than others however if bleeding is severe workplace approved Training explains it can be very distressing for both passers by and the patient. As a first aider your aim is to firstly control the bleeding. It is well known that applying pressure can
Candidates enrolled in standard first aid will learn to recognize and treat victims of severe bleeding. This page will focus on how to treat victims that are bleeding. The material posted on this page is for information purposes only, if you want to learn to recognize and treat bleeding victims through hands-on training take a
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Road rash are abrasions caused by falling onto and usually skidding across on asphalt after an accident from motorcycle, bike and skateboarding. The rubbing of skin and skidding across asphalt causes the skin to abrade and result to severe pain. Abrasions from cyclists are called “road rash.” It usually results to mild bleeding or not
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Blood clot in the eye is bleeding under the conjunctiva or the outer protective coating of the eyeball in the eye. It gradually changes color and disappear but sometimes blood clots in the eye can be caused by injuries and needs to be treated. The white portion of the eye is layered by the conjunctiva
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Elbow hyperextension injury happens when the elbow is bent beyond the normal range of movement and damages the bones, ligaments and other structures of the elbow. Injuries can be caused by performing strenuous exercises such as playing sports and falling with outstretched arm. Symptoms of elbow hyperextension Swelling of the affected area Pain in the
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Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection that can be potentially serious. This condition typically appears as a swollen and red rash that is painful and warm to the touch. Cellulitis usually occurs on the skin located at the lower legs but can also occur in other parts of the body such as the face and
Elbow collateral ligament injury is common among athletes. Generally, the ligament is found in the inside or medial part of the elbow or the small finger side of the arm. It connects bone together and control movements of the joints. It functions for the stability of the elbow. Elbow movements that cause bending and twisting
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Skier’s thumb is an injury to the soft tissue or ligament that attaches the bones of the thumb together. This condition is also called gamekeeper’s thumb. It is a chronic injury that develops due to repeated stretching if the ulnar collateral ligament in the thumb. Scottish fowl hunters, gamekeepers, athletes playing volleyball are susceptible to
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