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Allergic reactions 05/03/2006
Allergic reactions are sensitivities to a specific substance, called an allergen , that is contacted through the skin, inhaled into the lungs, swallowed, or injected. Considerations: Allergic reactions are common. In fact, the immune response that causes an allergic reaction is similar to that which causes hayfever. Most reactions happen soon after contact with an allergen. Many allergic reactions are mild and can be treated at home, while others can be severe and life-threatening. |
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Amputation - traumatic 09/26/2006
Loss of a body part Considerations: If an accident or trauma results in complete amputation (the body part is totally severed), the part sometimes can be reattached, especially when proper care is taken of the severed part and stump. In a partial amputation, some soft-tissue connection remains. |
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Animal bites 01/16/2007
Bites - animals Considerations: If the bite is a puncture wound, it has a greater chance of becoming infected. Rabies is a rare, but potentially fatal, disease transmitted by the saliva of a rabid animal. If you believe an animal may be rabid, notify the proper authorities. DON'T go near an animal that may be rabid. Examples include a raccoon who is active during the day, a stray pet, an animal that is acting strangely, or one who bites unprovoked. |
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Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury 07/16/2007
Cruciate ligament injury - anterior; ACL injury; Knee injury - anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) Considerations: The knee is essentially a modified hinge joint located where the end of the femur (thigh bone) meets the top of the tibia (shin bone). Four main ligaments connect these two bones: Medial collateral ligament(MCL) -- runs along the inner part of the knee and prevents the knee from bending inward. |
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Anterior knee pain 10/23/2006
Runner's knee Considerations: The health care provider will perform a physical examination of the knee to confirm and assess the pain. Tests that may be performed to rule out possible structural damage to the knee or connective tissue include the following: Joint x-ray Joint CT scan MRI scan of the knee Causes: The most common cause of runner's knee is pronation and lateral (away from the middle) pulling of the patella. |