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Article: Blisters, bruises, burns, and cuts.(Beyond Chicken Soup)
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- Pediatric News
- Article date:
- May 1, 2005
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Hardly anyone gets through childhood without a blister, bruise, burn or cut. These are all part of being a kid. In most cases, these areas of skin damage are minor. Most families have some clues about when it's important to seek immediate medical attention. However, during this high peak injury season, many old family remedies will come "out of the closet."
This is a good time to remind families during their office visits that with certain injuries, there is always the risk of infection. Practical reminder tips to parents might include advising them to watch blisters for signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, or tenderness, and that deep cuts warrant a ...
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Article: Defining readily available.(Battery Safety)
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