Neutering (Castration): Neutering, on the other hand, is less invasive. It involvesremoving the testesthrough a small incision near the scrotum. Because the procedure is simpler, most male cats recover more quickly—usually within5 to 7 days. While someswellingorbruisingis normal around the in...
Or just severe bruising? While not life-threatening, such injuries are the opposite of helpful — and in addition to injury, they would also ironically increase constipation! Because the intestines stop contracting when traumatized, to protect themselves (intestional ileus). These are real concerns ...
Thinning and easy bruising of the skin. Impaired wound healing. Glaucoma. Cataracts. Ulcers in the stomach and duodenum. Do steroids make your immune system weaker? Steroids reduce the production of chemicals that cause inflammation. This helps keep tissue damage as low as possible. Steroids alsor...
Whilecoffee does not contain cholesterol, it can affect cholesterol levels. The diterpenes in coffee suppress the body's production of substances involved in cholesterol breakdown, which causes cholesterol to increase. Specifically, coffee diterpenes may cause an increase in total cholesterol and LDL lev...
Osteoporosis and cancer may cause bone fractures. The broken bone needs immediate medical treatment. Broken Foot Broken bones in the foot are a common injury. Symptoms include pain, swelling, redness, bruising, and limping on the affected foot. Learn about treatment and recovery time. Broken Toe...
Bruising is also possible but doesn’t always happen. Don’t make the mistake of passing the injury off as something minor because you don’t see bruised areas. Testing for a Broken Hand If you suspect you’ve sustained a fractured hand, it’s important to go to the doctor right away...
Swelling and bruising around the injured area A“popping” when you move your hand or finger When should I get treatment for a ligament injury? Usually, you can treat a simple sprain at home. If your injury doesn’t get better in a couple days, make an appointment with a hand specialist...
Bruising or bleeding easily The above symptoms may indicate a serious medical condition that requires immediate treatment. Preventing Jaundice Steps you can take that may help prevent jaundice include: Eating a well-balanced, nutrient-rich diet that provides adequate amounts of vitamin B12 (and if ...
easy bruising or bleeding; or. any bleeding that will not stop. Can peppermint help nausea? “Peppermint is wonderful for nausea,” says Richter. Its calming and numbing effect relaxes your stomach muscles so that bile can break down fats, and food can move through the stomach quickly. ...
Easy bleeding or bruising. Recurrent nosebleeds. Tiny red spots in your skin (petechiae) Does leukemia run in families? Family history Leukemia is generally not considered a hereditary disease. However, having aclose family member with leukemia increases your risk ofchronic lymphocytic leukemia. ...