Aluminum Sulfate

Structure and properties Aluminum sulfate (Al2(SO4)3 – x H2O) exists as colorless, lustrous crystals or as a crystalline mass. It dissolves readily in hot water. Effects Aluminum sulfate has antiseptic and astringent properties. Fields of application Aluminum sulfate is a component of acetic-tartaric alumina solution, which is commercially available, among other things, in the form … Aluminum Sulfate

Bruise (Hematoma) Symptoms and Causes

Symptoms Possible symptoms of a bruise (technical term: hematoma) include swelling, pain, inflammation, and discoloration of the skin that changes (red, blue, purple, green, yellow, brown) during the healing process. This text refers to simple and small-surface complaints that can be considered for self-medication. Causes The cause of a hematoma is blood leaking from injured … Bruise (Hematoma) Symptoms and Causes

Fire Ants

Symptoms Fire ant stings manifest as pain, spreading redness, itching, and a burning sensation at the sting sites. A wheal develops, and within 24-48 hours a characteristic and pathognomonic pustule develops, which dries up after 2-3 weeks and can be superinfected. As with other insect bites, a large local reaction with swelling, itching, and redness … Fire Ants

Nocturnal Calf Cramps

Symptoms Nighttime calf cramps are painful and involuntary muscle contractions of the legs that often occur in the calves and feet. They last only a few minutes but can continue to cause discomfort for hours. They are particularly common in older people over 60 years of age. They are benign complaints. The most important complication … Nocturnal Calf Cramps