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Why is depressed skull fracture at the base of the brain often more dangerous than one in the brain?
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∙ 14y ago
Base of the brain is closer to the cerebellum which is what does most of the processing for other parts of the brain. It also control smooth and coordinated movements for the skeletal and muscular system.
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What is cutting yourself?
sometimes, when a male/female becomes depressed they will cut themselves. this is literally what it sounds. often done using a knife or a razor blade. this may be done for attention, or simply because they want to feel something. it may also be this person pusnishing themselves - but it releases something in your brain that makes you feel better - it is also extremely addictive, so don't do it.
Is porencephaly cycts a dangerous problem?
Porencephaly cysts can be a dangerous problem. These types of cysts often cause small neurological damage where they exist. This damage can become extensive.
What is a fracture of earths crust?
A fault is a crack or fracture in the earth's crust. In geology, a fault or fault line is a planar fracture in rock in which the rock on one side of the fracture has moved with respect to the rock on the other side. Large faults within the Earth's crust are the result of differential or shear motion and active fault zones are the causal locations of most earthquakes. Earthquakes are caused by energy release during rapid slippage along a fault. A fault that runs along the boundary between two tectonic plates is called a transform fault.
Can a bullet inside your body move?
Yes,but most of the time it only moves when it is in your head. The bullet will often bounce off the sides of your head (often called ricochet) And either cause severe brain damage or even brain hemmorhages and death
What houses the mechanisms that most often interact with substances that cross the blood brain barrier?
forebrain
What is a Jones fracture?
A Jones fracture is a fracture of the 5th metatarsal of the foot. It is often mistaken for a Dancer's fracture (avulsion of bone off base of 5th metatarsal).
Is a closed fracture or open fracture worse?
An open fracture is where is bone penetrates the skin and a closed fracture is where the bone remains under the skin.An open fracture is a broken bone that penetrates the skin. This is an important distinction because when a broken bone penetrates the skin there is a need for immediate treatment, and an operation is often required to clean the area of the fracture. Furthermore, because of the risk of infection, there are more often problems associated with healing when a fracture is open to the skin.A closed fracture is a broken bone that does not penetrate the skin. This is an important distinction because when a broken bone penetrates the skin there is a need for more immediate treatment, and an operation is often required to clean the area of the fracture. Furthermore, because of the risk of infection, there are more often problems associated with healing when a fracture is open to the skin.
What type of stimulation often is used to promote healing of a slow- healing fracture?
electrical or ultrasound stimulation
What is an undisclosed fracture?
An undisclosed fracture is a broken bone that is not apparent on examination. Often these kind of fractures are only discovered after they are healed.
Why are the uppermost 50 meters of a glacier referred to as the zone of fracture?
The zone of fracture experiences tension hen the glacier moves over irregular terrain. This tension results in gaping cracks called crevasses. Crevasses can be 50 meters deep. They are often hidden by snow and make travel across glaciers dangerous.
Is an osteoporotic hip fracture a type of pathologic fracture?
Yes, an osteoporotic hip fracture is, by definition, a type of pathologic fracture. It occurs in both sexes and is too often the first symptom of osteoporosis, especially in men, as they are underdiagnosed and undertreated. The stock phrase "fell and broke her hip" is often true in reverse - her hip fractured, causing the fall.
Are narcissists depressed as well as narcissistic?
Narcissists will often get depressed when they lack narcississtic supply (some kind of admiration from others.)
Why are you sad after being depressed?
Sadness is often a feeling that is succeeded by depression. A depressed person might feel sad also.
When you yawn does it mean your tired?
Yawning is just the brain's way of getting oxygen when it doesn't have enough. This happens more often when you're sleepy, most likely because you're breathing is a little more depressed.
What term is applied to a common fracture of the fifth metacarpal?
A common fracture of the fifth metacarpal bone of the hand is often referred to as the "Boxer's Fracture." The fifth metacarpal is the bone in the hand that attaches to the pinky finger.
What do the medics mean when they say that someone is suffering from a comminuted fracture of a bone?
A commimuted fracture of a bone refers to a bone that has been broken into several pieces. This type of fracture will often require surgery to repair the damage.
What symptoms can occur in severe fractures?
there may be a loss of pulse below the fracture site, such as in the extremities, accompanied by numbness, tingling, or paralysis below the fracture. An open or compound fracture is often accompanied by bleeding or bruising
