A traumatic amputation is the partial or complete removal of a body part that happens outside of a controlled, medical setting...
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The foot gradually “falls asleep” and we lose sensation. When we move, we realise we can no longer feel our foot. This is quickly replaced by intense, painful pins and needles as the nerve function restores. After a few minutes the foot numbness and pins and needles subside completely. ...
What happens if diabetic neuropathy is not treated? Diabetic Neuropathy: Diabetic neuropathy is the result of damage to the nerves, particularly those of the peripheral nervous system as a result of long-term high blood sugar levels. This condition is generally treatable, though not reversible, wit...
and no prior treatment to the body part at issue. This happens a lot with back injuries such as herniated or ruptured lumbar and cervical discs that require a fusion or disc replacement surgery. I have developed an extensive cross examination of the insurance company experts to expose their fla...
What happens if frostbite is left untreated? If left untreated, the hard,white tissue of mildly frostbitten tissues will become red, then mottled purple; within 24-36 hours, blisters will fill with fluid. Blackening of the affected tissues may take up to 10 days to appear. ...
A young suicidal patient of mine who had suffered a crushed foot in a mining accident and had to have an amputation said to me, “If a man can’t work he might as well be dead.” How many “mass murder shooters” had jobs, girlfriends, children they were providing for, or a duty...
What happens if you don't trim your cats nails? If a cat's claws are not trimmed on a regular basis,they can curl in on themselves and grow into the foot pad, causing intense pain. Untrimmed nails can also pose a hazard to people and furniture, both of which can be injured by too...
I just got home yesterday from the hospital after having an hysterectomy. During surgery, my doctor discovered that I had a perforated small intestine, which evidently had not leaked. Another surgeon was called in to fix it before they even continued with my hysterectomy. I am a little freaked...
Foot(less common) Thigh What about symptoms in advanced PAD? Some people have a sense of burning or numbness. If you have an advanced form of PAD, your toes or feet might hurt even while you’re resting. Other signs and symptoms might include: ...