doctors apply compressive bandages, which look like sleeves or sock-like dressings, to the site of the surgery.Compressionis important for reducing swelling and increasing blood pressure at the site of amputation. Doctors
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"The antivenoms do a reasonable job, but they are not so good at neutralizing the local effects of snakebite," including swelling, hemorrhage and necrosis, Serrano said. These effects can be severe enough that doctors must sometimes amputate bitten limbs. Better understanding how venom differs betw...
fell off step-ladders about 14 months ago. His ankle broke in an open fracture. 10 operations later and a laundry list of pain killers and they still can’t sort his leg. If the next operation can’t sort it they may need to amputate the ...
Sometimes, doctors need to amputate an infected limb to stop the infection from spreading, the CDC says. Proper wound care can help prevent bacterial skin infections such as necrotizing fasciitis, according to the CDC. People are advised to clean all minor cuts with soap and water; cover open...
In this article, we'll explore the details surrounding amputation. What makes an amputation necessary? How do doctors perform the surgery? What is it like to undergo and recover from an amputation? Let's begin with some of the basics. When exactly is an amputation necessary and why?
; in this condition, those affected feel the need to amputate a part of the body that is also perceived as not belonging to their own body. However, sufferers neither show a serious neurological brain lesion nor do they deny that the affected body part is their own. Likewise, delusional ...
We identify with our bodies as what defines who we are. But going through the decision to amputate gave me a deeper sense of self. It made me curious about how we can transcend this rigid view – to approach the body in a creative way and take more care with the things we create. ...