Minor Medical Problems

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Minor Medical Problems

Although the afflictions discussed in this section are rarely life threatening, they account for the majority of health care problems encountered in a recreational or wilderness setting. For the sake of simplicity, this section is organized by body organ system. Specific disorders can be rapidly located by using the index.

Whenever a person becomes ill, it is wise to consider how the disorder can become worse. For instance, bronchitis can progress to pneumonia in situations of stress and suboptimal environmental conditions. Therefore, if someone develops severe bronchitis, he should not continue to travel farther from civilization until it is clear that medical management is going to halt progression of the illness.

I have not included all of the problems that originate from substance abuse or indiscriminate sexual encounters. However, it is critical to observe that drinking alcohol or using mind-altering drugs impairs judgment and is a major contributor to injuries. It is inexcusable to dull your senses when such activity places you and others at risk.

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Minor Medical Problems

Although the afflictions discussed in this section are rarely life threatening, they account for the majority of health care problems encountered in a recreational or wilderness setting. For the sake of simplicity, this section is organized by body organ system. Specific disorders can be rapidly located by using the index.

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