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What kind of diseases could you get if you smoke?
Cancer Emphysema Gangrene of limbs (then amputations) Heart disease Stroke
What diseases cause by clostridium?
Clostridium bacteria can cause diseases such as botulism, tetanus, and gas gangrene. Botulism is caused by Clostridium botulinum and results in muscle paralysis. Tetanus, caused by Clostridium tetani, leads to muscle stiffness and spasms. Gas gangrene, caused by Clostridium perfringens, can lead to tissue death and serious infections.
Which condition involves necrosis that is usually associated with a loss of circulation?
gangrene
Amputations in the civil war?
Amputations during the American Civil War were common due to the prevalence of severe injuries from gunfire and artillery. Medical practices at the time often prioritized the quick removal of damaged limbs to prevent infection and gangrene, as anesthesia and antiseptics were not widely used. Approximately 60% of the surgeries performed were amputations, with many soldiers facing long-term disability. The high volume of amputations highlighted the brutal nature of the conflict and led to advancements in surgical techniques and medical care.
Could you die from a broken leg?
If there was associated internal bleeding or it was compound & you got gangrene or something, yes.
Why did they perform amputations in the Civil War?
So many amputations were performed because the lack antiseptics and an unsterilized surgical environment meant that infection from gangrene was a constant and frequent result of removing the bullets and shell fragments that immediately threatened the patients' lives. Once infection set in, there was no other way to prevent its spread. There were no antibiotics, either. The surgeries were performed without anesthetics, as well.
How many victims has gas gangrene claimed?
Gas gangrene is a rare but serious infection caused by bacteria that produce toxins leading to tissue destruction. The number of victims of gas gangrene can vary annually and by region, but it is generally low due to the availability of antibiotics for treatment. Early diagnosis and prompt medical intervention are crucial in reducing mortality rates associated with gas gangrene.
How did amputations take place during the civil war?
Surgeons worked without benefit of anesthesia or antiseptics. The object was to remove the affected limb as quickly as possible. Many soldiers died of septic infections or had to undergo a second amputation due to gangrene.
Fluid in the knee can it cause gane green?
Fluid in the knee, known as knee effusion, is typically not associated with gangrene. Gangrene is a serious condition caused by a lack of blood supply to tissues, leading to tissue death. However, if the fluid in the knee is infected (septic arthritis), it could potentially lead to tissue necrosis and gangrene if left untreated.
Does gangrene smell?
Dry gangrene doesn't
What does gangrene look like?
what does gangrene look like? is it a dangerous disease to get over? how likely is it to get gangrene???
What is the scientific name for gangrene?
The scientific name for gangrene is "necrosis." Gangrene occurs when there is death of body tissue due to lack of blood flow or infection.
