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Wounds, cuts and grazes

Minor wounds like cuts and grazes can usually be treated without medical attention. Find out more on how to keep them clean and prevent infection.

Caring for sutures

Sutures need proper care to help wounds heal and reduce scarring. They hold a wound closed and are removed or dissolve after it has healed.

Facial injuries

An injury to the face can be caused by almost anything, including falling over, cutting yourself shaving or being struck in the face by an object.

Mouth and tongue cuts

Cuts to the mouth and tongue can happen after a fall or knock to the head. Most are minor and heal on their own, but some may need medical treatment.

Necrotising fasciitis

Necrotising fasciitis is a serious bacterial infection that spreads quickly through the body. Learn why early diagnosis and wound care are crucial.

Open incisional hernia repair

If you have an operation on your abdomen which is closed with stitches, but where the wound does not heal properly, the contents of your abdomen may push through, causing a lump called a hernia.

Laparoscopic incisional hernia repair

An incisional hernia is a weakness in your abdominal wall, which happens when previous wounds do not heal properly. If left untreated, an incisional hernia can cause serious complications.

Botulism

Botulism is a rare, potentially fatal illness causing paralysis, vision, swallowing and breathing problems. Botulism needs urgent hospital treatment.

Head injuries

Head injuries can be serious, even if they're not visible. Read about signs and symptoms, as severe head injuries always need to be seen by a doctor.

Concussion

Concussion is the short-term loss of brain function following a head injury. Learn more about the causes, signs and symptoms of concussion.

Subdural haematoma

A subdural haematoma is an emergency condition that can result from a head injury. Here's why it's so important to seek urgent medical attention.

Acquired brain injury (ABI)

ABI is the result of damage to your brain, which may occur due to injury at any time during your life. Learn more here.

Black eye

A black eye is a bruise in the tissues around the eye. It's a good idea to get it checked by a doctor to rule out more serious eye injuries.

Objects or chemicals in the eye

A piece of metal, dirt or chemicals in your eye can be annoying and often dangerous. Here’s what to do if you suspect something’s in your eye.

Dog, cat, bat and human bites

Dog and cat bites are the most common types of animal bite. Here's what to do if you get bitten by an animal, or come into contact with a bat.

Tetanus

Tetanus is an infection that can be fatal. Because of vaccination, few people now get tetanus infection in Australia. Learn more about tetanus here.

Pain relief after surgery

Pain after an operation is a common problem but there is no need for you to be in a lot of pain. Pain relief after surgery is usually safe and effective.

Chest wall perforator flap breast reconstruction

A CWPF breast reconstruction is an operation to remove cancer and recreate a breast shape at the same time.

Staph skin infection

Learn more about staph skin infections including cellulitis and impetigo. Find out how to prevent them, how they’re treated, and when to get help.

Coronary angiogram

A coronary angiogram is an x-ray used to see whether a person has a certain type of heart disease. See here how the procedure is carried out.

Wide local excision

A wide local excision involves removing the cancer with a rim of breast tissue around the cancer. It usually involves removing some of the lymph nodes in your armpit.

Getting the most out of your pharmacist

Pharmacist's provide expert advice on medication and health. They can manage chronic conditions, offer vaccinations, and provide essential services.

Breast reconstruction with an implant or tissue expander

A breast reconstruction with a breast implant or tissue expander is an operation to recreate a breast shape. You should consider the options carefully and have realistic expectations about the results.

Male mastectomy

Surgery gives the best chance of you being free of early breast cancer. A mastectomy involves removing all your breast tissue. It usually involves removing some or most of the lymph nodes in your armpit, which helps your healthcare team to decide on any further treatment.

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Search results for: "Wounds"

Life stage

Wounds, cuts and grazes

Caring for sutures

Facial injuries

Mouth and tongue cuts

Necrotising fasciitis

Open incisional hernia repair

Laparoscopic incisional hernia repair

Botulism

Head injuries

Concussion

Subdural haematoma

Acquired brain injury (ABI)

Black eye

Objects or chemicals in the eye

Dog, cat, bat and human bites

Tetanus

Pain relief after surgery

Chest wall perforator flap breast reconstruction

Staph skin infection

Coronary angiogram

Wide local excision

Getting the most out of your pharmacist

Breast reconstruction with an implant or tissue expander

Male mastectomy

Breast reconstruction with abdominal tissue flap

Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD)

Arthroscopy

Pyloromyotomy

Surgery for rectal cancer

Varicose veins surgery

Life stage

Wounds, cuts and grazes

Caring for sutures

Facial injuries

Mouth and tongue cuts

Necrotising fasciitis

Open incisional hernia repair

Laparoscopic incisional hernia repair

Botulism

Head injuries

Concussion

Subdural haematoma

Acquired brain injury (ABI)

Black eye

Objects or chemicals in the eye

Dog, cat, bat and human bites

Tetanus

Pain relief after surgery

Chest wall perforator flap breast reconstruction

Staph skin infection

Coronary angiogram

Wide local excision

Getting the most out of your pharmacist

Breast reconstruction with an implant or tissue expander

Male mastectomy

Breast reconstruction with abdominal tissue flap

Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD)

Arthroscopy

Pyloromyotomy

Surgery for rectal cancer

Varicose veins surgery

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