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health2 years ago

"Essential Products Every Pharmacist Keeps at Home"

A pharmacist named Dr. Jamie Martinez shared the five essential products she always keeps in her medicine cabinet. These include Benadryl for allergic reactions, MediHoney as a wound treatment, Ibuprofen for pain relief, Phenazopyridine for urinary pain, and sunscreen to protect against skin cancer. Dr. Martinez advises using Benadryl sparingly due to potential links to dementia and prefers MediHoney over Neosporin. Ibuprofen is recommended for minor aches and pains, Phenazopyridine helps with urinary pain, and sunscreen is crucial for preventing melanoma.

via Daily Mail|
#allergies#health#medications
health2 years ago

Rising Fatal Overdoses Prompt D.C. to Open Sobering Centers

Baltimore's harm reduction vans, which provide clean needles to people addicted to opioids, are now seeing an increase in individuals needing serious wound care due to the use of xylazine, a drug used by dealers to enhance the effects of fentanyl. Xylazine causes deep flesh wounds that can lead to severe infections and hinder addiction treatment. The wound care kits distributed by the vans include supplies like medical tape and disinfectant. The prevalence of xylazine is growing, with the drug being detected in opioids in 48 states. Baltimore also offers more extensive care through mobile clinics staffed with nurse practitioners.

via NPR|
#baltimore#fentanyl-addiction#harm-reduction
healthcare2 years ago

"Dedicated Dietician Enhances Wound Care at IU Health Center in Indianapolis"

IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis is one of only five hospitals in the country to employ a full-time dietician in its wound care center, making a significant impact on patient outcomes. Andrea Haydon, who had a severe skin infection, found that nutrition deficiencies were responsible for her slow healing. The team at the IU Health Wound Care Center identified her lack of protein and vitamin C and implemented a nutrition care plan, resulting in a more rapid healing process. Specialized physical therapists also played a role in her recovery. Haydon praised the team for their holistic approach to patient care.

via WISH TV Indianapolis, IN|
#dietician#healing-process#healthcare
health2 years ago

Nighttime Urination: Prostate or Bladder?

A 76-year-old male with frequent nighttime urination problems was prescribed tamsulosin and tadalafil, but they were not effective. The problem could be an enlarged prostate or an overactive bladder, which can be distinguished by specialized tools available with urologists. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy can be used to treat radiation-induced wounds, but it may take months to heal. Wound care experts typically include plastic surgeons and wound care nurses.

via OregonLive|
#enlarged-prostate#health#hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy
health2 years ago

Enlarged Prostate Causes Frequent Nighttime Urination, Says Doctor

Men with increased urinary frequency in the nighttime may have an enlarged prostate, which can be treated with medications like Tamsulosin or Tadalafil. However, an overactive bladder can also cause similar symptoms, and a urologist can help distinguish between the two. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy can be effective in treating radiation-induced wounds, but it may take months to heal and should be used in addition to standard wound care practices.

via Detroit News|
#enlarged-prostate#health#hyperbaric-oxygen-therapy
health2 years ago

Family member's bite leads to flesh-eating bacteria infection in Florida man.

A man from Florida contracted flesh-eating bacteria after being bitten on the upper thigh by a family member during a physical altercation. The wound worsened over a few days, becoming red, swollen, and painful to the touch. The man was treated by a wound care specialist and is now on the fast track to recovery. Flesh-eating disease is a life-threatening condition caused by a variety of different strains of bacteria, including group A strep and other bacteria found in water, dirt, or saliva.

via The Atlanta Journal Constitution|
#family-fight#flesh-eating-bacteria#health
health2 years ago

Florida Man Contracts Flesh-Eating Bacteria from Human Bite at Family Function

A man from Tampa Bay was infected with flesh-eating bacteria after being bitten by a relative. The infection started from a bite on his leg, which led to the removal of 70% of the tissue in the front of his thigh. Doctors say they have never seen a case like this before. The bacteria, known as necrotizing fasciitis, kills tissue that surrounds muscles and nerves. The man spent almost three weeks recovering in the hospital and underwent surgery and wound care treatment. He hopes his story will encourage others to be cautious and get wounds checked by medical professionals.

via Tampa Bay Times|
#bite#flesh-eating-bacteria#health
health2 years ago

Modernizing Chronic Wound Care with Folk Wisdom

Researchers in Finland have found that spruce resin, a traditional remedy used for centuries, has strong antimicrobial activity and promotes wound healing and skin regeneration, making it a potentially effective agent for treating chronic wounds. The resin was found to destroy the cell walls and cell membranes of bacteria, and its lignan component may also play a role in cellular regeneration in the wound area. Application techniques involve spreading resin across a wound area before covering it with a bandage or applying it to a bandage and then placing it upon a wound. The blend of traditional knowledge and modern scientific rigor underscores the transformative potential of such research.

via Hackaday|
#antimicrobial-properties#chronic-wounds#health
healthcare2 years ago

Revolutionary Foot Clinic Saves Diabetic Toes

Podiatrist Matt Francis has opened Atlantic Podiatry in Bermuda, with a focus on diabetic foot care. He offers diabetic screenings, blood flow and pulse checks, and works with local diabetes clinics to maintain foot health and catch issues before they become serious. Francis is also working on a master's in wound care and tissue viability. He offers a discounted rate for diabetic patients on HIP and does home visits for housebound clients. Francis believes podiatrists are an underutilised resource on the island and could play a much bigger role in preventive care, especially for diabetics.

via Royal Gazette|
#bermuda#diabetic-care#healthcare
health2 years ago

Philadelphia's Opioid Crisis: Worsening Side Effects and Sleepwalking Addicts

A nonprofit organization called Operation In My Backyard, founded by Wes and Nicole Bixler, provides harm reduction, street-based services, wound care, and first aid services to those most in need at the epicenter of Philadelphia's opioid epidemic. They have seen an increase in wounds caused by the animal tranquilizer xylazine, or tranq, which is being mixed with opioids. Tranq was detected in 34% of all drug overdose deaths in 2021, a 39% increase from 2020. The organization is calling for test kits for xylazine to help battle this latest drug.

via WPVI-TV|
#harm-reduction#health#opioids