Injuries and poisonings

Fly poisoning

Amanita muscaria (fly agaric) is a spectacular and easily recognizable ectomycorrhizal mushroom that is natural and common in temperate coniferous and deciduous forests of the Northern Hemisphere.

Black widow bite: how it looks like, consequences, what to do, antidote

The black widow spider is one of the most poisonous insects known in the world. The bite of a black widow spider, which is another name for the black widow, is very toxic and can lead to the death of the victim.

Cracked rib: signs, what to do, how to treat?

It happens that their integrity is violated - a crack is formed, which in medical terminology is defined as an incomplete fracture without displacement. This condition causes a certain discomfort, pain and requires treatment.

Jellyfish sting: symptoms, consequences, how to treat

What does a jellyfish sting look like? The most common symptom of a jellyfish sting is a burning sensation that resembles an allergy.

Ant bite child and adult: symptoms, what to do

Many people simply adore relaxing in nature: in a forest clearing, in a park or simply at a dacha. However, it often happens that even the best relaxation is spoiled by insects - in particular, ants.

Human gadfly bite: symptoms and signs

The danger is primarily that a strong allergic reaction may develop, which will lead to a serious condition, and even death. Adverse consequences, a danger to life develops if anaphylactic shock, Quincke's edema develops.

Consequences after a gadfly bite

The most unfavorable and dangerous complications and consequences that develop after a gadfly bite include inflammation, swelling, and allergic reactions. The most dangerous condition is Quincke's edema, anaphylactic shock, asthma attack, and exacerbation of bronchial asthma.

Gadfly bite: what to do and how to treat?

Summer is a wonderful time, the holiday season. Warm days, heat, relaxation by the sea, on the beach, in the forest. Everything would be fine if it weren’t for the dangers of wildlife that await us. For example, the most common bite of a gadfly poses a great risk.

What should I do for smoke poisoning?

The first thing to do in case of smoke poisoning is to stop the effect of smoke on the body as quickly as possible: take the victim out into the fresh air, ventilate the room. If breathing is difficult, apply a rag soaked in water to the nose and throat and breathe through it.

Fume poisoning: carbon monoxide, tobacco, welding fumes

Smoke poisoning occurs quite often and can have quite serious consequences. It can be either mild intoxication or severe poisoning, which entails serious disturbances at all levels of the body, from the cellular to the systemic, organismic. As with any other poisoning, a person needs emergency help.