S51.7: Multiple open wounds of forearm
Multiple open wounds of the forearm is a specific condition where multiple injuries that break the skin are present on the forearm. These wounds can vary in depth and size but all have the potential to cause significant harm due to the risk of infection or damage to the underlying structures of the forearm, including muscles, tendons, nerves, and blood vessels. They can result from a variety of incidents, such as accidents, falls, or violent encounters. Symptoms typically include pain, bleeding, visible damage to the skin, and sometimes even an exposed underlying structure. Swelling, redness, or warmth around the wound site, along with fever, may indicate an infection. The progression of the condition depends largely on the severity of the wounds, the individual's general health, and whether any complications such as infection or nerve damage develop.
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