September/October 2008 ISSN-1059-6518 Volume 21 Number 5 Giardia lamblia (Giardia lamblia) is a flagellated protozoan parasite that infects the small intestine causing diarrhea, bloating, and bad gas. People contract giardia when they consume contaminated food or water. Giardia has a very simple life cycle. The dormant giardia […]
September/October 2008 ISSN-1059-6518 Volume 21 Number 5 Corneal Abrasion Unlike an impaled object in the eye, as discussed in You’re in Good Hands, a corneal abrasion is a common expedition problem because the mechanism of injury is quite simple. For example, you are walking along a trail enjoying a hike with some friends. The person […]
September/October 2008 ISSN-1059-6518 Volume 21 Number 5 By Frank Hubbell, DO Illustrations by T.B.R. Walsh As described in the feature article, asthma is recurrent (not progressive) and reversible. An asthma attack is caused by allergens that have been inhaled into the airway causing swelling, bronchospasm, and increased mucous production by the bronchioles. This will cause […]
September/October 2008 ISSN-1059-6518 Volume 21 Number 5 By Frank Hubbell, DO Illustrations by T.B.R. Walsh Bleeding is usually minimal
