The purpose of this case report is to present trench foot in a way that is relevant to emergency physicians and to provide an up-to-date summary of the history, case reports, physiology, clinical presentation, and treatment of this injury. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

A swab should be taken and P aeruginosa infection should be considered when patients present with these symptoms. [bjsm.bmj.com]

Often they may both be present at the same time. [neilhopkins.us]

The concluding chapter presents "real world" scenarios to run tactical teams through and lists recommended training programs and continuing education. [books.google.com]

• Outdoor Worker

  The Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA ) publishes OSHA Quick Card, Protecting Workers from Cold Stress for outdoor workers, including construction workers and trade craft. [weatherbuild.co]

• Foot Pain

  Go to Common Causes of Foot Pain or Foot Pain Guide Page Last Updated: 14/01/19 Next Review Due: 14/01/21 This comments section is moderated occasionally and posteriorly by our editorial team. [foot-pain-explored.com]

  Trench foot is characterized by tissue swelling and pain that can become quite severe. [wikihow.com]

• Neglect

  However, this topic is neglected in the emergency medicine literature. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Most importantly, the appropriate treatment for immersion foot is different than the treatment for other freezing cold injuries. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

TREATMENT. The objectives of treatment are to protect the frozen area from further injury, to thaw the affected area rapidly, and to be prepared to respond to circulatory or respiratory difficulties. Carefully assess and treat other injuries first. [tpub.com]

Treatment for immersion foot is similar to the treatment for frostbite. Take the following steps: Thoroughly clean and air dry your feet. Do not rub vigorously or towel dry. [tspwiki.com]

Treatment for trench foot is similar to the treatment for frostbite. Take the following steps: Thoroughly clean and dry your feet. Put on clean, dry socks daily. [cdc.gov]

Prognosis depends upon severity. The extent of anaesthesia at 7-10 days has been found a useful guide to the latter, and has formed a basis of a method of classification. 10. Rapid warming of chilled tissues is condemned. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Certain conditions have both an underlying etiology and multiple body system manifestations due to the underlying etiology. [icd10coded.com]

The OSHA Quick Card highlights the following five areas about cold stress during cold weather and low temperature events, for safety and health on the construction site: Common types of cold stress; Risk factors; Prevention by the employer; Prevention [weatherbuild.co]

Prevention starts by looking at your feet, and the feet of those you lead. Don’t assume. This injury surprises people. [outdoored.com]

Prevention is the key to prevent dehydration. The following are basic guidelines for the prevention of dehydration: • Always drink water when eating. Water is used and consumed as a part of the digestion process. [neilhopkins.us]

Prevention: Trench foot is easily prevented by keeping the feet warm and dry, and changing socks frequently when the feet cannot be kept dry. [swordofsurvival.com]

How is trench foot prevented and treated? When possible, air-dry and elevate your feet, and exchange wet shoes and socks for dry ones to help prevent the development of trench foot. [cdc.gov]