ancient text by Ancient Greek and Roman scholars. They noted the similarities between the enlarged limbs and cracked skin of infected individuals to that of elephants. Elephantiasis translates to “a disease caused by elephants” which absolutly not the case. Wuchereria bancrofti was named after physician Otto Wucherer and parasitologist Joseph Bancroft who studied filarial infections in the late 1800’s. Bancroft was one of the first to suggest it was transmitted by mosquitoes. Mode of Transmission
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if the therapist and the client during the treatment Carrying out a nail and skin analysis 3. Using the correct products‚ tools‚ equipment and techniques 4. Completing client records correctly Completing the treatment to the satisfaction of the client 5. Task B Prevent 6. Restrict 7. Task C Functions of the skin 8. Function of the blood Function of the lymphatic
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The skin may look red‚ raw‚ scalded‚ or burned. While a diaper rash is uncomfortable‚ generally it is not a serious problem. Most diaper rashes last about twenty-four hours and can be treated at home. The rash clears up when the diapers are changed more often‚ careful washing and cleaning of the skin is done‚ or nonprescription ointments are put on the area. Croup is a common respiratory problem in young
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consequences are sexually transmitted infections (STI’s)‚ but many also suffer from depression or poor mental health‚ or pregnancy. Some STI’s that may be transmitted via vaginal‚ oral and anal sex are: - Chlamydia: infects the urethra‚ rectum and eyes in both sexes‚ and the cervix in women. If left untreated‚ long-term infection can lead to fertility problems in women. - Crabs/ Pubic lice: Crabs or pubic lice are small crab-shaped parasites that burrow into the skin to feed on blood. They live on
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Also known as Valley fever is an infection that is caused by the fungi Coccidioides. The fungus grows in soil found in the southwestern part of the United States as well as Mexico and Central/South America. Those living in these designated areas can contract this disease by inhaling the fungal spores in the air. This is considered a self limiting respiratory infection so most individuals that are infected present with mild to no symptoms at all. A patient with this disease can present with the following
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care Describe the anatomy and physiology of the skin Pressure sores or decubitus ulcers are the result of a constant deficiency of blood to the tissues over a bony area such as a heel which may have been in contact with a bed or a splint over an extended period of time. The surface of the skin can ulcerate which may become infected – eventually subcutaneous and deeper tissues are damaged besides the heel‚ other areas commonly involved are the skin over the buttocks‚ sacrum‚ ankles‚ hips and other
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disease is transmitted‚ environmental factors‚ treatments‚ methods used to control spreading of the disease‚ and how to promote prevention. HIV is an infection‚ an inflammatory disease and contributes to chronic inflammation. Over a period of time‚ HIV will weaken the immune system causing old infections to reoccur and new infections to occur which will cause more inflammation. Chronic inflammation causes scarring and tissue damage. Chronic inflammation contributes to allergies‚ autoimmune
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February 21‚ 20132pm-10pmImpaired skin integrity related to vehicular accident as evidenced by abrasions.Objective:-abrasions on face‚ both arms‚ and left legGoal:After 6 hours of nursing intervention‚ patient will be able to display timely healing of skin lesions without complication. | Altered epidermis or dermis.Vehicular Accident direct trauma to the skinabrasions of extremities and swelling of the skin in upper eyelidImpaired skin integrity | 1. Assess skin daily. Note color‚ turgor‚ circulation
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of leukocyte or white blood cell. In turn‚ this cause patients to have a hard time fighting off various types of infections that include fungal‚ viral‚ and bacterial antigens. Missense mutations in the RAG1 and RAG2 genes cause the disease which leads to decreases in recombinase activity which is what causes the lack of B cells and the dysfunction of T cells. Peeling and inflamed skin is a hallmark of Omenn syndrome and also includes the symptoms of an
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The Feasibility of Papaya (Carica papaya) Skin Extract as a Potential Meat Tenderizer A Science Investigatory Project Submitted as an entry to The Local Science Fair Of the University of the Immaculate Conception Proponents: Jema Christine Enrile Grace Anne Ilaya Rod Peter Mendez IV-St. Anne Ms. Genavaive Melendres Project Adviser Abstract This study is aimed to determine the feasibility of the papaya (carica papaya) skin extract to become a meat tenderizer. This means
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