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Li Jin Quan
General Surgery
About me
Loudi Central Hospital, General Surgery, attending physician, engaged in clinical work in surgery for many years, with rich clinical experience in the diagnosis and treatment of surgical systemic diseases.
Proficient in diseases
Specializes in common diseases such as gallstones, cholecystitis, bile duct stones, liver cysts, liver hemangiomas, etc.
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What situations require a tetanus shot?
Usually, tetanus is caused by the toxin produced within the human body by Clostridium tetani, entering through broken skin or mucosa, leading to a specific type of infection. Tetanus is commonly found in our surroundings, such as in moist soil, rusty iron, or on bamboo sticks. When wounds are large, deep, severely contaminated, contain foreign bodies, or in cases of severe burns, scalds, or certain open fractures, it is crucial to seek timely vaccination at medical institutions.
How to alleviate vomiting from a concussion
Patients with concussions typically present with transient disturbances in consciousness and recent memory loss following an injury. Some patients may also exhibit a range of clinical symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. To alleviate vomiting in concussion patients, it is essential to maintain ample rest and a reasonable diet that is light and easy to digest. Avoid consuming highly stimulating foods and alcohol. Additionally, eat smaller meals more frequently. If vomiting is severe, symptomatic treatment can be administered. Currently, metoclopramide can be used for intramuscular injections as a standard treatment.
What are the initial symptoms of tetanus?
Usually, the tetanus we talk about is a specific infection caused by the toxins produced by Clostridium tetani entering the body through the damaged skin and mucous membranes. Tetanus has some early symptoms and some characteristic symptoms during an attack. Early symptoms mainly include dizziness, headache, fatigue, decreased appetite, difficulty in chewing, some soreness in the jaw muscles, cyanosis of some muscles, or some reflexive muscle pain. If the condition worsens, it can enter a convulsive phase, characterized by lockjaw, difficulty in opening the mouth, a sardonic smile, and stiffness of the neck.
Where is the tetanus shot administered?
When a wound is severely contaminated, or deep, and there is a risk factor for tetanus infection, it is generally necessary to go to a regular hospital to receive a tetanus vaccine. The injection sites for the tetanus vaccine are mainly two places: first, the deltoid muscle of the upper arm; second, the gluteus maximus of the buttocks. Most hospitals currently advocate administering the tetanus vaccine in the gluteus maximus. After receiving the tetanus vaccine, one must be observed for half an hour before leaving.
Does chronic appendicitis cause fever?
Chronic appendicitis is a common gastrointestinal disease. Whether chronic appendicitis causes fever depends on the control of the inflammation. Most cases of chronic appendicitis do not involve fever, but some cases may exhibit a low fever when the inflammation is not well controlled. A very small percentage of chronic appendicitis cases can undergo acute episodes and develop suppurative infections, leading to perforation of the appendix and diffuse peritonitis, septicemia, and septic shock; in such acute episodes of chronic appendicitis, a high fever can occur.
How to Treat Calcification of Thyroid Nodules
In the treatment of thyroid nodule calcification, we generally decide based on the size of the calcification. Usually, larger calcifications have a lower malignancy rate. Such calcifications can continue to be observed. Depending on specific circumstances, a fine needle aspiration cytology test may be chosen. Depending on the results of the pathological examination after the aspiration, we decide the next treatment approach, whether to continue observation or proceed with surgery. The second type involves smaller calcifications, which relatively have a higher malignancy rate. Our preferred treatment is surgery. During the surgery, based on the medical examination results, if the nodule is malignant, we need to further devise other treatment plans, including expanded surgery, radiotherapy, etc.
Is tetanus easy to get?
Tetanus is typically caused by the entry of Clostridium tetani into the body through broken skin or mucous membranes, producing toxins that lead to a specific infection. In daily life, Clostridium tetani is ubiquitous, present in places like moist soil, rusty iron, and some bamboo sticks. When an injury occurs, if the wound is deep, it should be promptly cleaned with hydrogen peroxide and saline solution. Then, it is best to go to a hospital to receive a tetanus vaccine within 24 hours. A wound that has been vaccinated against tetanus generally does not get infected. Therefore, when there is a wound, as long as the wound is timely cleaned, contaminants or foreign objects removed, and then a tetanus vaccine administered at a formal medical institution, tetanus is not so easy to contract.
Where is the tetanus shot administered?
When there is a risk of tetanus infection due to contamination and suspected foreign objects in a wound, it is best to go to the hospital within 24 hours to get a tetanus vaccine. Currently, there are mainly two injection sites for the tetanus vaccine: one is the deltoid area of the upper arm, and the other is the upper outer side of the gluteus maximus in the buttocks. Most hospitals now advocate administering the tetanus injection in the gluteus maximus. After the injection, observe for half an hour before leaving.
How long is a tetanus shot effective?
Tetanus generally refers to a specific type of infection caused by the entry of tetanus bacillus into the body through broken skin or mucous membranes, where it produces a large amount of toxin. Typically, the incubation period for tetanus is 6 to 7 days, but it can be as short as within 24 hours or as long as several months or even years. Therefore, if there is a wound, the first thing to do is to clean the wound with hydrogen peroxide or saline. Then, it is best to go to the hospital to get a tetanus vaccine within 24 hours. If the tetanus vaccine is not administered within 24 hours, it can still be effective if given within a week.
Can you drink alcohol with tetanus?
Tetanus is a specific infection caused by the toxin produced by Clostridium tetani entering the body through damaged skin and mucous membranes. The onset of tetanus is due to the absorption of the toxin produced by Clostridium tetani in the bloodstream. Drinking alcohol at this time can lead to vasodilation and enhanced blood circulation, which can facilitate the absorption of the toxin. The increased speed and amount of toxin absorption can exacerbate the symptoms of tetanus. Therefore, it is advisable not to drink alcohol with tetanus.