Bullet The skin
Bullet A familiar situation?
Bullet When should I visit a doctor?
Bullet Wounds
Bullet Scars
Bullet Sunburn and burns
Bullet Insect bites
Bullet Athlete’s foot and fungal infections
Bullet Superficial injuries

Good Health Guide - Injuries to the skin

When should I visit a doctor?

  • In the event of head injuries
  • If the injured person is unresponsive
  • In the event of nausea, vomiting, headaches, shivering fits or a fever
  • If movement is extremely limited
  • If children are seriously injured
  • If pains do not improve within two days
  • If insect bites become inflamed or you are allergic to insect venom
  • In the event of heavy bleeding that cannot be stopped
  • In the event of 2nd degree burns or worse, or if a child has been burnt