Are you wondering why you and many others are so happy with life after hip surgery? The answer probably won't surprise you. Eliminating chronic pain and increased mobility are just two of the reasons hip replacements are so successful.
Herpetic whitlow occurs from the herpes simplex virus. It is a self-limited disease, and it often involves the tip of the fingers. It occurs due to contact with oral or tracheal secretions and from self-inoculation. Herpetic whitlow is seen in dentists, respiratory therapists, anesthesiologists, and toddlers (children who suck their thumb). The symptoms of herpetic whitlow include, burning, inflammation, and a clear fluid (not purulent). Vesicles on the finger which can be grouped together with inflammation and redness at the base. The gram stain will usually be negative. Diagnosis can be done with the Tzanck test. Giant cells can be seen. Treatment is acyclovir, no surgery. Surgery can make the situation worse.
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Are you wondering why you and many others are so happy with life after hip surgery? The answer probably won't surprise you. Eliminating chronic pain and increased mobility are just two of the reasons hip replacements are so successful.
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The coracobrachialis muscle arises from the tip of the coracoid process. The coracobrachialis muscle may have a conjoint tendon with the short head of the biceps muscle. The coracobrachialis lies lateral to the pectoralis minor muscle.
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The motions of the thumb are complex and are often difficult to visualize, as multiple joints and planes are involved. The motions are crucial to the overall function of the hand, with amputation of the thumb resulting in 40% impairment.