https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu en-us 2022-10-28 17:57:40 UTC 2026-01-21 15:54:51 UTC hello@padlet.com jakestillwell https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2360985724 Cyanaosis is a bluish coloration of the skin. Broadly speaking, it is caused by a shortage of oxygen in the blood. It causes your skin, lips, and nail beds to turn blue. Different types of cyanosis require different treatments. Sometimes, you just need to warm the blue area, or get surgery, or have oxygenation treatment.]]> 2022-10-28 18:10:17 UTC https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2360985724 noahrau https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2360989586 A first-degree burn is the most superficial burn in which the top layer of your skin is damaged. They are one of the mildest skin injuries and usually don't require medical assistance. 
Symptoms include; skin redness, pain, and swelling, the skin may peel after a day or so.
Causes include; sunburns, scalds, and electricity. 
Treatment options include; cold compresses in the affected area, and remedies like aloe vera are also common.

]]> 2022-10-28 18:13:48 UTC https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2360989586 noahrau https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2360999731 Second degree burns are burns that affect both the epidermis and the dermis layers. They can cause large swelling and red, white, or splotchy skin. Deeper second degree burns can cause scarring. 
Symptoms include; Blisters, deep redness, severe pain in affected area, and the burned area may appear shiny and wet.
Causes include; scalding, sunburns, flames, chemicals, electricity, and skin that comes in contact with a hot object.
Treatment options include; running cold water over the affected area for 10-15 minutes, cold compresses, Aloe Vera cream and antibiotic ointments. ]]> 2022-10-28 18:23:07 UTC https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2360999731 jakestillwell https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2361006665 It is a condition that turns the skin, whites of the eyes and mucous membranes yellow. This happens because of a high level of bilirubin, which is a yellow pigment. 
It can be caused by consuming alcohol while your body is producing bilirubin. It can happen if your bile ducts are blocked and they can be blocked by gallstones, inflammation of the gallbladder, gallbladder cancer, and a pancreatic tumor. Some symptoms include, fever, chills, abdominal pain, and flu-like symptoms. Juandice usually doesn't require treatment, but babies can get phototherapy treatment if they have really high levels of bilirubin.]]> 2022-10-28 18:29:15 UTC https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2361006665 noahrau https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2361011204 Third Degree burns are burns that penetrate all 3 layers of the skin and reach the fat layer. The skin will often look black, brown, or white, the skin will also often look leathery. Third Degree burns can destroy nerves and can cause numbness. These types of burns require skin grafts for closure. 
Symptoms include; severe pain or numbness in the area and leathery, black, brown, yellow, or white skin. 
Causes include; A scalding liquid, flames from a fire, skin that comes in contact with a hot object for a long period of time, and an electrical or chemical source.
Treatment options include; the removal of dead skin and tissue, skin grafts for closure, IV fluids or antibiotics, antibiotic ointments and creams, and a warm, humid environment for the burn.]]> 2022-10-28 18:33:38 UTC https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2361011204 jakestillwell https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2362424848 A rash is an area of irritated or swollen skin. Many are itchy, red, painful, and irritated. Some might even have blisters. There are many causes for rashes, including allergies, diseases, reactions and medications, and infections. Some ways to treat rashes include, not scrubbing the skin, using gentle cleansers, not putting cosmetic lotions on the rash, using warm water to pat the area, and leaving the rash exposed to air as much as possible.]]> 2022-10-30 23:54:02 UTC https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2362424848 noahrau https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2362717704 Squamous Cell Carcinoma is the second most common form of skin cancer where the growth and acceleration of the squamous cells is abnormal.
Symptoms include; red and scaly patches, itchy, rough or scaly skin, or lesions.
Causes include; Prolonged exposure to UV rays.
Treatment options include; Mohs Surgery and Chemotherapy.]]> 2022-10-31 04:36:30 UTC https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2362717704 noahrau https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2363948436 BCC is a type of skin cancer that often develops on skin exposed to the sun, usually the face. The 5 year relative survival rate is 100%.
Symptoms include; A bump that has a rolled border or a central ulcer, usually glossy in texture and look.
Causes include; prolonged exposure to the sun and tanning beds.
Treatments include; prescription creams or surgery for removal.]]> 2022-10-31 20:53:32 UTC https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2363948436 jakestillwell https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2363948905 Acne is a common skin condition that is caused when hair follicles under the skin become clogged. Sebum oil and dead skin cells plug the pores, which leads to an outbreak of pimples or zits. Some symptoms include, crusting of skin bumps, cysts, skin turning red, scarring of the skin, pimples and blackheads. Some medications to treat acne include, retinoids and retinoid-like drugs, antibiotics, and dapsone.]]> 2022-10-31 20:54:10 UTC https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2363948905 jakestillwell https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2363949024 A sunburn is an inflamed, painful patch of skin that feels hot to the touch. It is caused by too much exposure to UV light, like from the sun. Sunburns cause pain, blisters, swelling, headaches, and fevers. To treat a sunburn, you can cool it for 10 minutes several times a day, and apply lotions, moisturizers, or gel to soothe the area.]]> 2022-10-31 20:54:18 UTC https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2363949024 jakestillwell https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2363950440 Leprosy is a  chronic, curable infectious disease. It is caused by slow-growing bacteria called Mycobacterum Leprae. Symptoms include, discolored patches of skin, growths on the skin, thick, stiff or dry skin, swelling on the face or earlobes, and loss of eyebrows and eyelashes.]]> 2022-10-31 20:56:18 UTC https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2363950440 noahrau https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2363952501 Melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer and develops in the cells that create melanin (melanocytes). It can also form on the eyes or sometimes inside the body.
Symptoms include; new unusual growth or a change in an existing mole such as change in color shape of texture.
Causes include; prolonged sun exposure and tanning beds.
Treatment options include; surgery to remove the affected area, skin grafts to cover the area afterwards. ]]> 2022-10-31 20:58:57 UTC https://padlet.com/noahrau/u60lpmco0q1741uu/wish/2363952501