Some enthusiasts combine their interest in trains with the hobby of monitoring radio communications, specializing in listening to radio communications of railroad operations using a scanner. Various magazines, clubs and museums are designed mainly for railfans, concentrating on the history of trains and railroads.
Surgical Therapy. Surgery currently is considered the definitive treatment for mucous cysts. It is recommended in the presence of ongoing pain, recurrent infection, or chronic drainage. Preoperative planning is limited, in that much of the procedure is based on intraoperative findings.
What is a jammed finger? A jammed finger is an injury to the tendon that straightens the tip of your finger. A piece of bone may be pulled away with your tendon. Your injury may take 4 to 8 weeks to heal. What are the signs and symptoms of a jammed finger? Your finger may be swollen, red, and painful. The tip of your finger may droop down. You may not be able to move your finger normally. How is a jammed finger diagnosed and treated? You may need to have an x-ray of your finger to check if a bone is broken. How is a jammed finger treated? Apply ice on your finger for 15 to 20 minutes every hour or as directed. Use an ice pack, or put crushed ice in a plastic bag. Cover it with a towel. Ice helps prevent tissue damage and decreases swelling and pain. Elevate your hand above the level of your heart as often as you can.