Almost from the beginning of time people have been adorning their bodies with some sort of art. Today’s world is no different. Until fairly recently, it only seemed to be a certain type of person that would go to extremes, such as full body … [Read more...]
Postpartum Vagina Lacerations: Instructions for Vaginal Health
May 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Quite often women who have birthed a baby will develop small postpartum vagina lacerations, as well as lacerations to the surrounding tissues of the perineum. The vagina is asked to stretch wide enough for the head and shoulders of an infant to pass … [Read more...]
Complications of Diabetes Foot Lacerations
April 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Diabetes foot lacerations are a result the effect of many factors related to the condition. Diabetes is a syndrome that affects every system and every organ in the body. The nervous, lymphatic and circulatory systems are often the first to take a hit … [Read more...]
What Causes Non-obstetrical Vaginal Lacerations
March 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The most common non-obstetrical vaginal laceration is caused by the female’s very first experience with sexual intercourse. The hymen, the layer of tissue that partially covers the vaginal orifice tears away and sometimes bleeds with the first … [Read more...]
Caring for Horse Lacerations
February 9, 2012 By 20 Comments
Horse enthusiasts know that to own horses is huge undertaking. Owners have a responsibility to take adequate care of them, which not only includes feeding them and corralling them, but they have to take care of their medical needs. Horse lacerations … [Read more...]
Guide for Parents Concerning Head Lacerations
January 15, 2012 By 20 Comments
As parents we know that our children will run around and get hurt from time to time. Your children may be running and playing in the living room and one falls into the corner of the coffee table. As a parent the first thing you might feel like doing … [Read more...]
Proper Motorcycle Attire Prevents Leg Lacerations
January 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Traffic accidents happen every minute of every day. One of the worst accidents notorious for leg lacerations is the motorcycle accident. When a motor bike crashes into another vehicle or the rider loses control and an unprotected cyclist lays it down … [Read more...]
Tips to Prevent Infected Lip Lacerations
October 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The winter months play havoc on the skin. The hands get dry and cracked, but even worse than the hands are the lips. As we crank up the heat in our homes to stay warm, the dry air pulls out the moisture in our lips; cracked dry infected lip … [Read more...]
Understanding 1st to 4th Degree Perineal Lacerations
September 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment
As you labor to give birth your baby makes his/her way down the birth canal. The tissues of your vagina are made to stretch as the baby comes down. A primiparae—prim-i-para—(woman in first pregnancy) is most likely to receive 4th degree perineal … [Read more...]
Treating Face Lacerations Wisely
April 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment
When face lacerations happen, most people have quite a few concerns. Of all the locations for lacerations to take place, the face is generally the most visible. Taking the right steps to promote healing and prevent scarring is vital. How to handle … [Read more...]