Painful swallowing is also called odynophagia. It is often described as any pain characterized by a squeezing, burning sensation that occurs anywhere between the neck and breastbone (sternum). Painful swallowing may be symptomatic of simple infections or a serious underlying medical disorder. Painful swallowing is often confused with difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), a sensation that food …
Febrile seizure is a convulsion in a child elicited by a fever. It is also called febrile convulsion. It can be very frightening and distressing for parents and caregivers to see children going in a fit, however, it is usually harmless and does not frequently pose long-term effects. It is especially common in children …
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The possibility and reality of mass casualties are very closely associated with natural catastrophes/disasters, terrorism and biologic warfare are not new concepts in human history; nor the inception of WMD or weapons of mass destruction. In fact, the use of weapons of mass destruction can be traced as far as the 6th BCE for biological …
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Appendicitis is a condition which results from the inflammation of the appendix. This condition is not covered in first aid training, however, rescuers may come across patients that require further medical attention such as those with appendicitis The appendix is an appendage or a tin tube that projects out of the large intestine, on the lower …
