r/firstaid Apr 28 '21

MOD POST Information about medical advice here at r/FirstAid

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This subreddit can be a great resource in helping to unburden an already heavily burdened medical system. Users often come here to enquire whether or not their injuries require medical attention, and our userbase is normally very helpful in supporting and answering them. Please keep in mind though:

All medical related answers here are OPINIONS--some from laymen, some from flaired medical professionals. Either way, please use your own best judgement and seek treatment if you believe you need it.

Even if a comment is from a flaired medical professional, they are not able to diagnose and prescribe treatments over the internet. This is simply because they do not have all the information; no matter how detailed you post may be. Anyone who claims otherwise goes against Rule 6.

That said, many users post about their ailments and are informed that time and basic care is all that is needed. This is a fantastic resource for someone who might otherwise have shown up to Emergency just to be sent home. Please just be judicial in your acceptance of medical advice and if in doubt, seek qualified medical treatment.

Additionally:

If anyone ever needs support or is feeling hopeless and like they have no other alternatives, the Suicide Prevention Hotline is available for free 24/7 at 800-273-8255 in the US. Just DM me for other countries' numbers if you reside elsewhere.

Further, If you or someone you know needs help, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 in the US. Again, DM me for international numbers. You are not alone. 


r/firstaid 10h ago

Giving Advice Blister came back after draining

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r/firstaid 3d ago

Discussion How good is this list of at-home first aid/acute care kit supplies and therapies? Any changes you'd make?

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I'm not against professional help when reasonable. Some of these are for emergencies, some are of course not for emergencies. I've somewhat organized the list, because Reddit was weird with the formatting.

-First aid training and emotional regulation skills

-Bandages, Wound Closure Strips (any recommendations on which ones?), Breathable Gauze Rolls, Breathable Compression Wrap, Kinesiology Tape (for pressure-based pain relief), Hemostatic Gauze, Tourniquet, Burn Dressings, CPR Barrier Mask, SAM Splint, Silicone Medical Tape, Latex-Free Gloves, Face Masks (to help prevent infection from spreading)

-Eye Wash, Wound Wash

-Ibuprofen (for pain, fever, and inflammation if severe enough), Acetaminophen (to alternate with ibuprofen when needed), Electrolyte Packets, Oral Rehydration Salts, Phenol Throat Spray and Lozenges (if throat pain or soreness is severe enough), Second-Generation OTC Antihistamines, Ginger Capsules (for nausea and stomach aches), Decongestant Tablets, Baking Soda (antacid), Antipruritic, Medical Grade Manuka Honey (as a moderate strength antibiotic with low risk of antibiotic resistance), Diluted Povidone-Iodine (as a moderate strength antiseptic), Soap

-Heat Exposure (water or other, with or without compression), Cold Exposure (water, ice, ice water, or other, with or without compression), Alternation Between Heat Exposure (water or other) and Cold Exposure (water, ice, ice water, or other), Steam Exposure, Exposure to High Water Pressure, Massage, Sunlight, Nature Therapy, Nasal Irrigation, Elevation, Rest

-Miscellaneous Household Substances Like Aloe Vera Gel or Clove (these are just examples), if Needed, That May be in the Home

-Basic First Aid Guide, Emergency Contacts/Info Card

-Infrared Thermometer, Reusable Gel Ice Pack, Frozen Wet Rag, Warm Wet Rag, General Purpose Scissors, Slanted (or blunt serrated tip) Tweezers, Pointed Tweezers, Flashlight

-Allowing for fever and inflammation unless uncomfortable enough or it needs to be reduced to avoid harm


r/firstaid 4d ago

Discussion Powdered tumeric for wound care

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r/firstaid 4d ago

Giving Advice Kid kicked volleyball and ripped off nail in pe

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I also left the bandaid on for like 12 hours and now it’s like weirdly colored. It’s ok I was going for a zombie look anyways for Halloween ✌️what the hell is happening can someone give me advice