Question 1

what makes a bullet "too risky" to remove surgically?

Accepted Answer

Risky bullets: Usually it is a matter of the proximity to a vital structure, particularly when the bullet is near specific nerves, the spinal cord, in the brain, or near the heart. The process of surgical removal sometimes can cause more damage than the bullet itself.

Question 2

how are bullet wounds treated?

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Depends where: The bullet entered, the caliber and proximity the injured person was to the weapon.  A bullet wound to the head is treated differently than one to the neck, chest, abdomen, or extremity.

Question 3

how come some gun-shot victims have the bullets left in them forever?

Accepted Answer

Risk benefit: The risk of going after the bullet has to weighed against any benefit. Usually, the bullet has no long term effects nor risk for infection. The risk of harm to retrieve the bullet is therefore unacceptable. In some specific circumstances the bullet must be removed. Rarely, the bullet will drag some clothing or other debris and cause an infection.

Question 4

i havr a nutri bullet it extracts food. is it healthier than a juicer?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Many gadgets grind, puree, or otherwise mash up or break down food into more easily digestible particles. Before the days of gadgets, we just chopped up, cooked, and chewed our food. Whatever the gadget, one must figure out what's in the end product. For example, if many fruits are put into such a machine, then fruit juice is the end product... And fruit juice has too much sugar.

Question 5

how do you properly treat a bullet wound?

Accepted Answer

Bullet wound: See surgeon. These cases are reportable. Are u afraid of cause? I have experience from my er days, and you need medical consultation. If its illegal, good luck.

Question 6

do i have to shave my head to get a bullet out?

Accepted Answer

Please don't do: self surgery on this. The area will need to be shaved to remove the bullet.

Question 7

how can someone immediately treat a bullet wound?

Accepted Answer

Apply pressure: Apply pressure to minimize the bleeding and get yourself to the hospital.

Question 8

what medication should be used to treat a bullet wound?

Accepted Answer

Surgery?: That is a rather broad question.  Please have this condition evaluated as soon as possible by a physician.

Question 9

can cocaine make you be able to take a bullet without much pain?

Accepted Answer

Cocaine : Cocaine does mess up up body and mind. It may the pain response to painful situations.

Question 10

hi there i recently bought a nutri bullet and put frozen cherries into it without realising they may contain pits still.

Accepted Answer

What happened: Throw out the grinding product.  Clean the Bullet.  Cherry pits contain cyanide producing acids.  Clean the Bullet thoroughly.

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