RESUMO
Over the years, many cultures have used herbs for serious health problems. Garlic (Allium sativum) pose hypocholesterolemic, fibrinolytic, antidiabetic, and antibiotic actions. However, it has unusual adverse effects such as chemical burns and contact dermatitis when used topically. In this case report, the authors present two cases of topical garlic burn caused after the use of crushed garlic with a bandage for pain relief due to arthritis.
Assuntos
Lesões nas Costas/induzido quimicamente , Queimaduras Químicas/etiologia , Alho/efeitos adversos , Traumatismos do Joelho/induzido quimicamente , Medicina Tradicional/efeitos adversos , Manejo da Dor/efeitos adversos , Lesões nas Costas/terapia , Queimaduras Químicas/terapia , Feminino , Humanos , Traumatismos do Joelho/terapia , Masculino , Pessoa de Meia-IdadeRESUMO
This case report describes a gastric acid burn. Gastric acid burns secondary to vomiting in an elderly patient who has fallen and experienced a so called "long lie" have not been reported. The patient was admitted under the physicians and referred to the burns team once the wounds were recognized as burns. The patient was treated nonsurgically with dressings and healed well with conservative treatment. Here, the authors highlight the importance of recognizing and treating burns of this nature in our ageing population.
