Toxic Swellings Flashcards
What is important about the healing of Toxic Swellings?
they must heal from the inside out
What are the four stages of Toxic Swellings
Initial Stage
Pus Formation
Bursting
Closing
What are the characteristics of the Initial Stage of Toxic Swellings?
swelling grows larger
slightly red
painful
hard to touch
What are the warning signs that indicate a Toxic Swelling in the Initial Stage might be more difficult to treat?
lesion is pale, barely protruding and producing a dull pain
“flat abscess”
What are the characteristics of a Toxic Swelling in the Pus Formation stage?
Necrosis - flesh rots and forms pus.
Swelling rises and becomes redder and more painful.
Upon palpation: soft, liquid interior.
What signs warn that a Toxic Swelling in the Pus Formation stage might require vigilant treatment?
a darkening and refusal to soften of the swelling
What sign indicates that a Toxic Swelling has reached the Bursting Stage?
The swelling opens and pus exudes.
AKA Ulceration Stage
What signs indicate that healing is occurring in the Ulceration Stage?
Non-foul smelling pus.
Swelling quickly recedes.
Rotted flesh is easily removed.
Fever and pain should quickly resolve.
What are bad signs to observe during the Bursting Stage?
If smelly pus and no resolution of pain and fever - more problematic swelling.
What observable signs indicate the Closing Stage of the Toxic Swelling is occuring?
Inner sore reveals healthy flesh that shows signs of new growth.
What signs during the closing stage indicate that proper healing is not occuring?
If the flesh inside the sore is dull, leaks clear or turbid liquid, is slow to produce new flesh and there is abnormal color surrounding the wound, measures must be taken to aid the body to heal the wound.
