Tom Gets a Cut on His Hand

question 36

Essay

Tom gets a cut on his hand.After several days he notes swelling,pain,heat,and redness.Upon opening the wound to relieve the pressure,the presence of pus is noted.What has happened to the wound?

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Definitions:

Radiation Therapy

A treatment method that uses high doses of radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors, while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue.

HER2-positive

A characteristic of some cancer cells (notably breast cancer) that have a higher than normal level of HER2 protein, affecting the growth and spread of cancer cells.

Biological Therapy

Treatment that uses substances derived from living organisms to fight disease, including some cancers and chronic illnesses.

Chemotherapy

The use of chemical substances, especially antineoplastic drugs, to treat or control diseases, particularly cancer.