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health1 month ago•56 min saved

Liquid-nitrogen cocktail bursts stomach, prompting emergency repair

A 34-year-old man in Mexico suffered severe abdominal pain seconds after drinking a smoky cocktail infused with liquid nitrogen. He was found to have a ruptured stomach with pneumoperitoneum and underwent laparoscopic repair using tissue from his abdomen, recovering and being discharged three days later. The report highlights the dangers of consuming liquid nitrogen in beverages, which can rapidly expand as it warms, and notes that safety hinges on allowing the nitrogen to vaporize completely; the Leidenfrost effect may have helped shield tissue from cold burns.

via Live Science|

#cocktails #food-safety #health

health3 months ago•3 min saved

Man Hospitalized After Covering Nose and Mouth While Sneezing

A man suffered a neck rupture and air leakage into his chest after attempting to suppress a sneeze by covering his nose and mouth, highlighting the dangers of holding in sneezes which can lead to serious injuries like airway rupture and pneumomediastinum.

via IFLScience|

#airway-rupture #bmj-case-reports #health

health7 months ago•3 min saved

Kitchen Whisk Orgasms May Have Triggered Fatal Aneurysm

A woman in Serbia died from a ruptured brain aneurysm likely triggered by a sexual self-stimulation incident involving a kitchen whisk, highlighting a rare cause of sudden death during sexual activity.

via Live Science|

#aneurysm #brain-hemorrhage #fatality

health8 months ago•4 min saved

Shingles Causes Bladder Hole in Patient

A rare case in China where shingles led to a bladder rupture in a 77-year-old man, highlighting the potential for shingles to cause severe urinary complications, especially in patients with underlying conditions like diabetes. The patient was successfully treated with surgery and antiviral medication, marking the first known instance of shingles causing bladder rupture.

via Live Science|

#bladder-rupture #complication #health

health9 months ago•2 min saved

Man's Sneezing Halt Causes Rare Windpipe Injury

A man in the UK experienced a rare injury where attempting to stifle a sneeze by pinching his nose and closing his mouth caused a tear in his windpipe, leading to air escaping into his neck tissues. He was treated conservatively and recovered fully, highlighting the dangers of suppressing sneezes improperly.

via Indian Defence Review|

#health #medical-case #rare-complication

health1 year ago•3 min saved

Live Worms Found Under Woman's Eyelid in China

In a rare medical case in Beijing, doctors discovered four live parasitic worms, identified as Thelazia callipaeda or Oriental eye worms, under a woman's eyelid. The woman initially sought medical help for eye irritation, and upon reexamination, the worms were found and removed. Thelaziasis, the disease caused by these worms, is typically transmitted by flies and is rare in humans. The woman, who had a cat with an eye disease, recovered after treatment with an antibiotic eye ointment.

via Livescience.com|

#china #eye-infection #health

health1 year ago•2 min saved

"Baby Born with Rare Mermaid Syndrome and No Genitalia"

A baby in Tanzania was born with sirenomelia, a rare condition where the lower body is fused together, and lived for only five minutes. The infant had multiple critical defects, including missing an arm and ambiguous genitalia. The condition, almost always fatal, has unclear causes and is rarely documented. The mother, a rural farmer, had no significant medical history or harmful habits, though exposure to fertilizers was noted. The case was reported in the Journal of Medical Case Reports.

via Daily Mail|

#health #infant-mortality #medical-case

health1 year ago•1 min saved

"Worm Eggs Found in Man's Brain Causing Chronic Migraines"

A Florida man suffering from chronic migraines was diagnosed with neurocysticercosis, a parasitic infection caused by tapeworm eggs in his brain, likely contracted from consuming undercooked bacon. The patient's cysts and migraines improved after receiving anti-inflammatory and antiparasitic medications, and the case was published in the American Journal of Case Reports.

via WKRC TV Cincinnati|

#health #medical-case #migraines

healthcarecase-study2 years ago•1 min saved

"Unusual Case: 69-Year-Old Man Presents with Right Upper Quadrant Pain and Hematemesis"

A 69-year-old man presents with right upper quadrant pain and hematemesis, prompting a diagnostic quiz to determine the underlying cause of his symptoms. Healthcare professionals can access the case, review the patient's history, answer quiz questions, and engage in discussions to enhance their diagnostic skills and knowledge.

via AuntMinnie|

#diagnostic-quiz #elderly-patient #healthcarecase-study

health2 years ago•4 min saved

"Rare Medical Phenomenon: Woman, 43, Sheds Entire Uterus Lining in One Go"

A 43-year-old woman in Mexico visited the emergency room with severe abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding, only to discover that she had shed her entire uterine lining at once, a condition known as a decidual cast. This rare occurrence, typically seen in pregnant women or those using contraceptives that affect progesterone levels, is characterized by the sudden expulsion of the uterine lining. While the cause of this condition remains unclear, it is not considered dangerous. The case was published in the American Journal of Case Reports.

via Daily Mail|

#decidual-cast #health #medical-case

health2 years ago•2 min saved

The Dangers of Holding in a Sneeze: Man Tears Throat in Rare Incident

Doctors are warning against stifling sneezes after a man in Scotland tore a hole in his throat while attempting to suppress a sneeze while driving. The man experienced shooting neck pain and was diagnosed with a spontaneous tracheal perforation. CT scans revealed the torn windpipe. The case, reported in BMJ Case Reports, was described as a rare and potentially life-threatening complication. Experts advise letting sneezes out naturally to prevent such injuries and recommend covering the face with a hand or inner side of the elbow to prevent the spread of irritants.

via The Guardian|

#health #medical-case #safety-precautions

health2 years ago•0 min saved

The Dangers of Suppressing a Sneeze: Man Rips Windpipe Open

A man in the UK suffered a rare injury when he attempted to suppress a sneeze and ended up ripping a hole in his windpipe. The incident occurred while he was driving and had hay fever. Instead of letting the sneeze go naturally, he squeezed his nose and shut his lips, resulting in severe neck pain. The case was reported in the BMJ case reports.

via Interesting Engineering|

#bmj-case-reports #hay-fever #health

health2 years ago•2 min saved

The Dangers of Holding in a Sneeze: Man Tears Windpipe in Rare Incident

In a rare case, a man tore his windpipe while trying to hold in a sneeze, causing a tiny hole in his windpipe. The force of the suppressed sneeze resulted in a 20 times stronger sneeze, causing significant damage. The man sought medical attention and was diagnosed with surgical emphysema. Although he did not require surgery, he was kept under observation for two days and advised to avoid physically demanding activities. Doctors warn against stifling sneezes and emphasize that windpipe injuries are extremely rare but not impossible.

via NDTV|

#hay-fever #health #medical-case

health2 years ago•3 min saved

Man's Sneezing Mishap Leads to Rare Windpipe Tear

In the first known case of its kind, a man tore a small hole in his windpipe after attempting to hold in a sneeze. The man experienced severe pain and swelling in his neck, but did not have any issues with breathing, swallowing, or talking. Doctors discovered that the tear was caused by a rapid build-up of pressure in the trachea while sneezing with a pinched nose and closed mouth. While such injuries are rare, doctors warn against stifling sneezes in this manner as it can result in tracheal perforation.

via Livescience.com|

#health #injury #medical-case

health2 years ago•1 min saved

The Deadly Consequences of Holding in a Sneeze Revealed

Doctors report the first recorded case of a man tearing his trachea after attempting to hold in a sneeze. The man, who had a history of allergies, closed his nose and mouth to stifle the sneeze, causing a rapid increase in air pressure in his throat. This resulted in a tear in his windpipe, which could have been fatal. Tracheal tears are typically seen after surgery or the insertion of a breathing tube. The man was treated with pain medication and advised not to hold in sneezes in the future. He healed naturally after five weeks.

via New York Post |

#allergies #health #health-warning