Osteogenesis Imperfecta

Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI)—also referred to as brittle bone disease—is a disorder where a person’s bones are very fragile, causing them to break easily, oftentimes without cause. It is relatively rare, affecting approximately 1 in 20,000 people, and “occurs with equal frequency among males and females and among racial and ethnic groups,” says the National Human […]

Cuts, scrapes, and minor wounds do happen but thankfully they can typically be treated at home with a few simple steps. In this article, we take a look at the different types of open wounds, how to treat them at home, and possible complications you should know!