W20-W49: Exposure to inanimate mechanical forces
W26: Contact with other sharp object(s)
The category of conditions under the title "Contact with other sharp object(s)" encompasses a range of injuries that occur when someone comes into contact with objects that are sharp or pointed. These injuries usually affect the skin, muscles, blood vessels, or nerves. This contact may be accidental or intentional, and the resulting injuries can vary in severity, from minor punctures and cuts to more serious deep wounds. Common symptoms may include pain at the site of injury, bleeding, swelling, or difficulty in moving the affected part if the injury involves a muscle or joint. Over time, these wounds may heal on their own or may develop complications such as infection or scarring, depending on factors like the depth of the wound, the cleanliness of the object that caused the wound, and how the wound is cared for after the injury. This category does not cover injuries caused by tools, machinery, firearms, or biological materials.
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