Survival doctor

[blackhawk]

what would the survial doc have in his long term first aid kit ?

[goatlady]

Probably things we would not know how to use or what for!

[TheSurvivalDoctor]

Blackhawk, Goatlady is correct in that I have suture kits, a staple gun, scalpels, lidocaine, numbing medicine for the eye, a bottle of epinephrine, needles and syringes, injectable antibiotics (Rocephen), oral antibiotics (Cipro, eythromycin, cephalexin, Augmentin). I have to usual, also. Bandaids, tape, gauze, antibiotic and steroid creams, safety pins, scissors, diphenydramine (Benadryl, antacids, Pepto Bismol, alcohol, peroxide, ibuprofen (Advil), naproxen (Aleve), acetaminophen (Tylenol), and whatever my wife has along the lines of essential oils, etc.

That's what comes to mind. I'm sure I've forgotten a few things I have.

[TheSurvivalDoctor]

See, I forgot something. SAM splints. Lightweight, reasonably priced, bendable, cut to size.

[1Admin]

I have a couple in a small overnight size pack that are opened up and flattened. They double as a pack sheet this way. I'll see how that works out long term and maybe add a few like that to other packs. Ortho injuries will likely be pretty common as we all do more "athletic" activities.

[TheSurvivalDoctor]

Check out today's Easter post if you want to know anything about eggs and salmonella--prevention, recognition, treatment.

http://www.thesurvivaldoctor.com/2012/04/05/salmonella-from-eggs-prevention-treatment/

[protus]

Check out today's Easter post if you want to know anything about eggs and salmonella--prevention, recognition, treatment.

http://www.thesurvivaldoctor.com/201...ion-treatment/

be a good topic for the food/basics sub forum ...you should start a thread about it.

[TheSurvivalDoctor]

Thanks, protus.

Will do.

[TheSurvivalDoctor]

Check out my post on medical lessons to be learned by 76 year-old diabetic with heart disease who survived 10 days in the desert eating snow.

Do you agree with the points I make? Anything to add? Has anyone had similar experiences for even a day or two?

http://www.thesurvivaldoctor.com/2012/04/10/survival-lessons-why-did-only-one-man-live/

[SeldomSeenSlim]

Doc, I've been stuck out in the wilderness more times than I can count. Not lost, just stuck for a while. The most important thing is to have all necessary gear physically attached to your person. I'm big on pockets. Lots and lots of pockets. Backpacks, saddle bags and such are fine and dandy. But backpacks get set down. Horses run off. All manner of things can happen, but as long as you are in your clothes and your clothes are stuffed with gear, you have that gear.

That guy was really lucky. Luck helps.

[BioG8r]

Really Cool info, These are the type doctors we need around. Those that are willing to help because it is what they do... I hope more professionals will get on board with helping the common man with their expertise....

I for one will not be sharing my garden with a plastic surgeon because he is down on his luck, poor and out of work unless he is willing to share knowledge or some useful skills.

I dont care about botox and facelifts, and as for aumentation, AUGMENT the garden and REDUCE the chores!

Mr. Hubbard could have a spot at the family dinner table anytime he liked or needed!

[TheSurvivalDoctor]

Thanks for the first-hand tips. Yes, definitely luck helps.

[TheSurvivalDoctor]

I have a new post up on treating styes, and another on treating pinworms. They can be harder to treat than you think. www.TheSurvivalDoctor.com

[TheSurvivalDoctor]

Ticks, ticks, all about ticks. The best way to remove them with the least risk of disease. When to suspect a tick-related disease even if you don't remember being bit.

http://www.thesurvivaldoctor.com/2012/04/24/tick-bites/

[Matt In Oklahoma]

Ticks, ticks, all about ticks. The best way to remove them with the least risk of disease. When to suspect a tick-related disease even if you don't remember being bit.http://www.thesurvivaldoctor.com/2012/04/24/tick-bites/

Great stuff, read it earlier today Doc. This is a big issue round these parts and I know some folks with long term effects leftover from the bite. I've lost a few dogs too. Guess it's that season again huh