To alleviate the pain and discomfort caused by sunburn, it is recommended to shower with cold water, drink plenty of water throughout the day and apply a moisturizing cream to the area. Additionally, you may want to apply a cold compress to the burn site throughout the day to alleviate pain and discomfort. It is […]
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In the case of external bleeding, it is important to avoid excessive blood flow and, to this end, it is recommended to use a tourniquet or tourniquet and, when this is not possible, place a clean cloth over the injury and apply pressure until medical assistance is provided. arrive at the location. In the case […]
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After a bee or wasp sting, what you should do is: remove the stinger, keep the area clean and apply ice to relieve pain and swelling. If symptoms such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, tingling or abdominal pain appear, you should go to the hospital, as they may indicate a serious allergic reaction, […]
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Prolonged sun exposure can cause burns of varying degrees to the skin, causing redness, burning and a lot of discomfort. However, there are some natural ways to help burns heal faster, reducing pain and increasing comfort. Generally, sunburns can be treated at home by following these tips, but if there is a lot of discomfort, […]
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A blackfly bite is normally not considered serious, causing mild symptoms such as minor swelling, redness and itching, which tend to improve within a few days. However, although it is rare, there is a risk of the bite causing serious allergic reactions and transmitting infectious diseases such as onchocerciasis. Furthermore, sometimes the bite can also […]
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An insect bite causes redness, swelling and itching of the skin at the site of the bite, and in some cases, clear liquid may be seen escaping from the area. In more serious cases, more severe allergy symptoms may develop, such as swelling of the entire limb in which the bite occurred or other parts […]
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The so-called “secondary drowning” is a complication that can appear hours after an episode of drowning or almost drowning, even after the person has been rescued and resuscitated, and can be noticed through symptoms such as excessive tiredness or drowsiness, coughing, headache or difficulty to breath. The so-called “dry drowning” is described as such because […]
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Poisoning is when a toxic substance enters the body through ingestion, inhalation or through the skin, causing symptoms such as abdominal pain, vomiting or mental confusion and, when severe, can put the person’s life at risk. Normally, poisoning is caused by the ingestion of poorly preserved food, however, it can also happen due to incorrect […]
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An asthma attack is an episode of intense symptoms, with coughing, difficulty breathing and wheezing, which can appear suddenly or develop over a few hours. As a rule, an asthma attack happens when an asthmatic person comes into contact with an allergenic substance, such as animal hair, dust or mold, but it can also happen […]
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The Heimlich maneuver is a technique used in cases of choking, to remove the piece of food or object that may be interrupting breathing and save the person’s life. In this maneuver, the hands are used to put pressure on the choking person’s diaphragm, which causes a forced cough and causes the object to be […]
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