How to Take Your Temperature Body temperature measurements are usually measured by temperature devices inserted on or into the rectum, mouth, axilla (under the armpit), skin, or ear (ear thermometers). Some devices (laryngoscopes, bronchoscopes, rectal probes) may have temperature-sensing probes ...
The point of the triangle is directly below the middle of the base at about the level of the armpit. The correct area to give an injection is in the center of the triangle, 1 to 2 inches below the acromion process. This site should not be used if the person is very thin or the ...
Scabies is a common skin condition caused by a tiny bug called the human itch mite.It's very contagious and requires a prescription medication to treat. Scabies can result in an itchy rash and sores all over the body—including around the anus and genitals. On the other hand, it's probab...
Placing a cooling cloth or cold pack on the forehead is a common way to bring down fever. But, if a fever is very high, a better approach may be to place a cold pack under the armpit or in the groin area where there are larger blood vessels.4 Be sure to:5 Wrap the cold pack i...
Heat rash (prickly heat or miliaria) is a mild inflammation of clogged sweat ducts. When the sweat ducts are blocked, the sweat cannot come to the skin surface to evaporate and becomes trapped under the skin. The rash is characterized by small, raised bumps (like coarse sandpaper) spread ...
Most of us have had a small burn or two. To treat one, cool the area right away with a cold cloth or cool running water to keep the skin from holding the heat and continuing to burn. Afterward, wash the burn with soap and water and dress it lightly. Leave any blisters that form ...
I have a boil under my underarm close to my armpit. i drained it last night but i still have hard spots and redness around it. how can i get rid of the rest of it? please help and thanks. Byanon139191— On Jan 03, 2011
Dr. Linden said no matter what part of the body, especially the armpit or neck lymph node enlargement, must not be taken lightly. If the lymph node continues to increase for more than 1 months, it is likely to be a symptom of breast cancer or brain cancer. 4. fever. Fever is ...
After being in the bathroom for a few minutes, poking for a rash/swelling/ irritation (which I never found), I saw one more yellow jacket inside with me. I was freaked out and I swatted it with the nearest towel and started to calm down. Three more showed up and my mom had to ki...
It has been awful to not put it on my other armpit as well but I wanted to hold out until I got the stitches out so I could show the doctor the difference. If you have a weird rash that you can’t seem to find relief from, I would recommend giving this a shot. I’m...