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Can you leave a deep splinter in your foot?
You could leave a deep splinter in your foot but it is not recommended. Any foreign body in the human body can cause infection. That infection can spread to the bones and muscles of the feet and on up into the leg and eventually abdominal cavity. I'd recommend you get it out.
What is a sentence for splinter?
An example of the word 'splinter' is; He ran across the old dock and got a splinter in his foot.
How does trench foot affect the body?
Trench foot was a common ailment during World War I. It came from wearing shoes that were constantly wet. Trench foot would have been extremely painful until the feet went numb. After that, gangrene would set in.
How can you tell if what you have is an old splinter or a foot wart?
warts are round
How did clementine die from the song oh my darling?
clementine hit her foot against a splinter and fell down into the foaming brine.
In tamil one type of skin infection is called akki. what is its medical term?
The medical term for the skin infection known as akki in Tamil is tinea. Tinea is a fungal infection that can affect different areas of the skin, including the feet (athlete's foot), groin (jock itch), and body (ringworm).
When does fungal infections affect people?
'Athletes Foot' is an example of a fungal infection that can thrive in the moisture between a persons toes.
What reasons might a doctor suggest the amputation of a foot?
Some reasons that a doctor may suggest the amputation of a foot include severe trauma to the foot, or infection in the foot that could potentially spread throughout the body.
What happens when you leave a deep splinter in your foot?
Well, it depends. Sometimes splinters can get infected and mess up your foot. But usually nothing happens. You can get a splinter that's under your skin out by soaking it with warm/hot water. If the area where the splinter was is red, tender, and/or hurts really badly, it is probably infected and you should call a doctor to get it out.
How does one foot but not the other have athletes foot?
Athlete's foot, a fungal infection caused by dermatophytes, can affect one foot but not the other due to differences in moisture levels, skin condition, or exposure to the fungus. For instance, if one foot is more frequently damp or has minor skin abrasions, it may be more susceptible to infection. Additionally, if one foot has come into contact with contaminated surfaces while the other has not, it could lead to a localized infection. Personal hygiene and footwear choices can also play a role in this asymmetry.
Is athlete's foot a running injury?
No. It is a fungal infection of the foot.
What can happen if diabetic foot infections are left untreated?
the bacterial infection can destroy skin, tissue, and bone or spread throughout the body.
