Skin Indentation

When skin indentation is more serious, it will form compression syndrome, which mainly refers to the human body's trunk or limbs being squeezed by heavy objects, which can easily lead to some pathological changes, swelling of the limbs, and even hyperkalemia. It is also relatively harmful to kidney health. Acute renal failure may occur, which directly causes great harm to health. Let us learn about it.

Clinical manifestations

1. Local manifestations

Due to damage to the skin and flesh, blood leaves the blood vessels, blood stasis accumulates, Qi and blood stagnate, and meridians are blocked, local pain occurs, limb swelling, skin indentations and hardening, subcutaneous congestion, increased skin tension, and blisters form around the compressed skin. When checking the blood circulation status of the limbs, it is worth noting that if the distal pulse of the limb is not weakened, the muscle tissue is still at risk of ischemic necrosis. Pay attention to checking the muscle and nerve function of the limbs. Active movement and passive traction may cause pain, which is helpful to determine the affected fascial compartment muscle groups.

2. Systemic manifestations

Due to internal injuries to Qi, blood, meridians, and internal organs, patients experience symptoms such as dizziness, loss of appetite, dull complexion, chest tightness, abdominal distension, and constipation. The accumulation of blood stasis and heat may manifest as fever, red face, yellow urine, red tongue, greasy yellow tongue coating, and rapid pulse. In severe cases, patients may experience palpitations, shortness of breath, and even symptoms of shock such as pale face, cold limbs, and oily sweat.