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Choosing the Best Seborrheic Dermatitis Shampoo
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Choosing the Best Seborrheic Dermatitis Shampoo

Beautiful hair is one of the biggest desires of women. Every woman wants healthy, long, and shiny hair at any cost. They choose the best of everything for their hair including oil, shampoo, conditioner, and serum. These essentials help them keep their hair healthy and shiny black. You can also maintain good health by using the right product of all these essentials. However, when it comes to hair issues, seborrheic dermatitis is the biggest problem that most of the people go through in their life. Seborrheic dermatitis is a kind of eczema and is similar to the condition of dandruff. Dandruff is not the only issue, a person also faces dry scalp and flaking of the scalp among other issues. The sebaceous gland, which is responsible for oil secretion, increases its production. The excessive and irregular concentration of oil increases the chances of this issue. Due to this disease, the hair becomes thinner, and excessive hair fall is one of the symptoms of this issue. Furthermore, inflamed skin, itching, redness, and yellow dandruff are common symptoms of seborrheic dermatitis. In the normal condition, seborrheic dermatitis comes as a phase and gets fixed after a month without creating any serious problem. However, in some cases, it becomes worse and affects different areas of the body including eyebrows, nose, ear, chest, and armpits. It causes itching and redness in the affected area and promotes skin problems. When it comes to the causes of seborrheic dermatitis, there are not many specific reasons that cause this problem. The issue occurs due to the inflammatory response of yeast. The extreme presence of Vitamin A also promotes this issue, which mostly occurs in children. Moreover, illness, stress, poor health, fatigue, and weather changes are top causes of this disease. If you have the problem of dandruff, then it might be seborrheic dermatitis.
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Causes and Tips to Prevent Restless Leg Syndrome
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Causes and Tips to Prevent Restless Leg Syndrome

A lot of us have heard about people constantly moving their leg while sleeping. Restless leg syndrome is a disorder connected to the nervous system of the human body. It’s often referred as RLS. In this syndrome, a person feels a tremendous urge to move their leg. The urge can be very uncontrollable at times. If someone is suffering from this issue, he/she is unable to sleep well and can often develop sleep disorder as well. The urges person experiences can be unpleasant and cause discomfort. Restless leg syndrome is neurological sensorimotor disorder often studied in the fields of mental health. The RLS can cause very unpleasant sensations as well. Restless leg syndrome can sometimes spread to the arms, torso, genitals and even face, but this happens in very rare cases. The restless leg syndrome gets activated especially when the person is not moving or is placed in a fixed position. The most prevalent symptoms are restless legs at night time. People with RLS, experience very uncomfortable sensations and high urges to move their legs, the feeling can also be compared to an itchy or a creepy crawly sensation in legs. The sensations get worse when a person is sleeping, lying or resting. The severity of restless leg syndrome goes on from mild to moderate to severe or intolerable. Symptoms come and go, and so does the sensations, and it’s different from person to person. Any person suffering from restless leg syndrome may experience urges to get up if they are sitting, this also hinders with a person’s concentration levels and can have emotional effects as well as it can become embarrassing. The main reason for restless leg syndrome is unknown in most cases. There is no one specific reason for this to happen to someone. However, some causes that are associated with the syndrome are as follows:
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3 Common Causes of Foot Nerve Pain
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3 Common Causes of Foot Nerve Pain

Nerve disorders related to the foot can be quite distressing. Therefore, it’s important to understand where foot nerve pain comes from, what it is, and how it can be treated. Physical injuries, ailments, and other disorders can cause foot nerve pain. Your first step is to consult a physician and get an accurate diagnosis, so you know how to proceed with treatment. Once you identify the cause of the foot nerve pain, you can take appropriate measures to deal with it. Listed below are a few common causes of foot nerve pain, and the various treatment options available: Diabetic neuropathy Pain in your foot can be a symptom of diabetes known as diabetic peripheral neuropathy. It’s important to identify this early so you can treat it effectively. Keep an eye out for the symptoms of diabetic neuropathy. If you experience any of the following symptoms, you should consult a doctor immediately. Ignoring these signs, especially if you have a family history of diabetes or heightened blood sugar can cause a lot of complications later. These are some of the indicators of diabetic neuropathy: Numbness in the toes, fingers, feet, and hands Extremely sensitive feet Sharp, burning pain along the legs and eventually in the arms A tingling sensation in the feet, toes, fingers, and hands This type of foot nerve pain may sound unsettling and frightening, but it’s relatively common. A large number of people suffer from diabetic neuropathy. Because of this, there are a wide range of options to treat it These are some treatment options for foot nerve pain caused by diabetic neuropathy: Medication – There is a large range of medicines that help manage, treat, and cure diabetic foot pain. These include antidepressants, anti-seizure medication, opioid pain medication, and anticonvulsants. Patches – Skin patches with anesthetics like lidocaine have been proven to alleviate foot nerve pain.
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Contact Dermatitis – Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
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Contact Dermatitis – Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

Are you experiencing redness on your skin all of a sudden? Redness on your skin is accompanied by an itching or burning sensation? Well, many of you may consider it as a sign of allergy, which will get automatically cured with time. Though mild allergies may at times cause red rashes on the skin, it may not always be self-healing. Red and itchy rashes on the skin can be a sign of contact dermatitis as well and require proper treatment. Contact dermatitis is generally restricted to a certain area of your body. It generally affects the body part, which has come in contact with the allergen. If you are also experiencing any such problems, you can check out the symptoms of contact dermatitis mentioned below. Signs and symptoms defining contact dermatitis To ease the diagnosis of patients, contact dermatitis symptoms have been further sub-divided into two categories: these include irritant contact dermatitis and allergic contact dermatitis. Though both types of contact dermatitis cause red and itchy rashes, the one that occurs due to allergic reactions comes along with dry, flaky or scaly skin, oozing blisters, hives, or sun sensitivity. Apart from skin redness, some may also get leathery or darkened skin with a burning sensation. In case of facial or groin allergies, patients may also experience swelling of their skin. Extreme itching is also not quite uncommon with allergic contact dermatitis. Irritant contact dermatitis comes along with blistering or cracking of the skin. Swelling, tightness, or stiffness of skin along with ulcerations and open sores leading to crust is also not uncommon in case of irritant contact dermatitis. Causes of contact dermatitis While symptoms are divided into two categories, causes are further divided into three sub-divisions, which are contact dermatitis, photo-contact dermatitis, and irritant contact dermatitis. Allergic contact dermatitis, as the name says is caused when the skin gets exposed to any allergy causing foreign substance.
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Everything You Must Know About Allergies
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Everything You Must Know About Allergies

Do you find yourself sneezing every time the season changes? Can’t enjoy seafood without your throat closing up? There is a good chance that you might have an allergy. Allergic reactions are a hypersensitivity reaction of the immune system to external agents, that are not harmful. Allergic diseases include a wide range of conditions like—hay fever, atopic dermatitis, food allergies, drug allergies, anaphylaxis, allergic asthma, etc. It is to be noted that anaphylaxis is a medical emergency. Common allergy symptoms are—hives, itchy rash, difficulty breathing, runny nose, red eyes, sneezing, and swelling. Allergies are common throughout the world. Particles or materials that cause an allergic reaction are called allergens . The most common allergens are pollen, insect stings, and food. Some people have allergic reactions to metals such as nickel. Food and drug allergies tend to cause the most severe allergy symptoms. Allergy Symptoms And Diagnosis Airborne allergen particles like dust and pollen tend to affect the nose, eyes, and throat a lot. Common nasal allergy symptoms are—sneezing, a runny nose, and swelling of the nasal cavity ( allergic rhinitis ). The eyes may become watery or turn red. Allergens in the throat can cause difficulty breathing, increased mucus production, sneezing, coughing, and bronchoconstriction. Obstruction of the airway can be a life-threatening situation. If an allergen gets into the ears, it can cause pain and discomfort, along with swelling. Ingested allergens like food and medication, can manifest a different set of allergy symptoms. There could be abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, itching, and hives. Food allergies rarely cause asthmatic or respiratory symptoms. However, some food allergies can lead to anaphylaxis . Nuts and shellfish are some of the common food allergens. Drug allergies can be dangerous and need to be diagnosed quickly. Apart from the usual allergy symptoms, drug allergies can also cause rashes and difficulty breathing.
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Causes and Effective Treatments for Atopic Dermatitis
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Causes and Effective Treatments for Atopic Dermatitis

The skin is the largest organ in the body and our first line of defense against the outside world. Since the skin is so visible, it is an important part of our identity, which is why skin conditions are often so hard to deal with. Atopic dermatitis is a chronic skin condition that begins in childhood and often continues into adulthood. Atopic means a tendency to develop skin allergies, and dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin. Atopic dermatitis is a common condition that usually begins in the first year of life. It results in red, itchy, and swollen eruptions on the skin. These skin eruptions may exude a clear fluid when scratched. Atopic dermatitis is also called eczema or atopic eczema. In childhood and infancy, the rashes and eruptions can cover most of the body. In children and young adults, the rashes are concentrated over the knees, elbows, hands, and feet. Atopic dermatitis is an allergic reaction. It is commonly associated with asthma, hay fever, and other allergic conditions. In atopic dermatitis, the skin becomes red, dry, and inflamed. Often, these eruptions develop into blisters and may cause scarring. Atopic Dermatitis: Pictures Of Pain Atopic dermatitis usually manifests in early infancy or childhood. Sometimes the condition will subside for years and manifest again in adulthood. Symptoms of atopic dermatitis include: Dry, scaly skin all over the body Itchiness Raised, red lesions over the folds of skin like the elbows, knees, and neck Scratching the lesions releases a clear fluid If you think you may have atopic dermatitis, pictures and other visual comparisons may be helpful in judging if you have similar lesions. Atopic dermatitis lesions over the eyelids are characteristic of the condition. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation over the eyelids, cheeks, and neck is common. Atopic dermatitis pictures are a great way to familiarize yourself with the appearance of these signs.
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Here Are a Few Things to Know about Neck Nerve Pain
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Here Are a Few Things to Know about Neck Nerve Pain

‘Pain in the neck’ is a common phrase while describing an irritating situation, person, or event. However, when neck pain occurs, it can be extremely painful too. Often neck pain results from the nerves. Mild neck pain is tolerable and it goes away by itself with time. But severe neck nerve pain can cause serious discomfort to a person and one should visit the doctor at the earliest. When to worry about neck pain A bad or awkward sleep posture during the night is the most common cause that leads to a stiff neck, or neck pain in the morning. This kind of pain is usually a strain in the muscle that starts at one point in the neck and usually goes away with time. One can try simple remedies like taking adequate rest, applying a pain relief spray, or ointment, or hot and cold compress. But if neck nerve pain persists for a prolonged period, spreads from one to point to another, or in any way disturbs the day-to-day activities of a person, it is best to see a professional doctor at the earliest. The warning signs are when the pain from the neck spreads and moves down towards the shoulders and arms. Some common symptoms or signs of neck nerve pain are as follows: Stiff neck Excruciating or sharp pain Soreness Numb feeling Headache Tingling sensation Sneezing or coughing increases pain Difficulty or pain while lifting things All these are signs to consult a doctor as soon as possible for further treatment. Neck nerve pain can be categorized into three types. These are as follows: Acute : Pain persists for more than 4 weeks Subacute : Pain lasts between 4 and 12 weeks Chronic : Pain has been there for more than 3 months The intensity of the pain and the symptoms may vary from patient to patient.
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Types of Eczematous Dermatitis and Their Symptoms
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Types of Eczematous Dermatitis and Their Symptoms

Eczematous dermatitis or eczema is a skin condition that is characterized by itching, red and inflammation. It is a common condition and in fact, has spread to greater than 30 million people in the country. It is not contagious therefore it does not spread from one person to other. The exact cause of eczematous dermatitis is not known. But, it is believed that those who develop eczema due to genes and environment. It occurs when an allergic substance makes changes to our system and skin cells. It is feasible that a person can develop more than one type of eczematous dermatitis at a single point in time. The skin condition can result in redness and itching in the sufferer. It may also cause weeping. The most common type of dermatitis is atopic dermatitis (AD). It is important to know which types of skin problem you suffer from before you seek treatment. Understanding of condition also aids the problem. Types of eczematous dermatitis Atopic dermatitis It is characterized by scratch marks on the backside of knees. It is chronic as well as inflammatory. The cause of the type of skin condition is unknown so far. However, it happens when the immune system goes weak. It normally develops in childhood. It is possible to suffer from the condition in first six months after birth. If you witness signs of an AD in your child, take precautions. However, it goes away itself with time. The AD also includes two ore allergic conditions known as allergic rhinitis. Researchers believe that people with family history of the AD, hay fever or asthma are likely to develop AD in future. Symptoms of AD Dry skin Scaly skin Itching Redness Cracks in skin Rash on arm, cheeks, and legs Weepy sores Contact dermatitis This skin condition is caused by metal watch dial.
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Chronic Bronchitis – Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
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Chronic Bronchitis – Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

Bronchitis can be defined as an irritation or inflammation of the airways, also known as bronchial tubes, in the lungs. These airways are the tubes through which the air passes. When these airways get inflamed, thick mucus forms in them. The mucus covers up the airways thus making it hard for the air to get into the lungs. Persistent coughing is an indication of bronchitis and produces mucus. The sputum plugs up the airways and causes difficulty in breathing, resulting in a feeling of tightness in the chest. In this article, the symptoms along with effective treatment for chronic bronchitis have been outlined. Chronic means that the problem or condition lasts a long time ranging from a few days to several months. Chronic bronchitis is bronchitis that usually lasts more than 3 months and often occurs with emphysema. The combination of these disease causes chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Symptoms of chronic bronchitis The most common symptoms of acute bronchitis: Sore throat Fever constant coughing accompanied by yellow or green mucus Chest congestion Shortness of breath Wheezing Chills Body aches Causes of chronic bronchitis Viruses are often blamed for causing chronic bronchitis. Viruses attack the coating of the bronchial tree and cause inflammation. The same viruses that are responsible for causing colds can also cause acute bronchitis. Chronic bronchitis is contagious, i.e., the virus can be caught from breathing it in or through contact. Once the body starts fighting bronchitis causing viruses, swelling, and inflammation occur. The body needs time to kill these viruses and heal the damage caused to the bronchial tubes. Cigarette smoking is also said to be a major cause of chronic bronchitis. During smoking, tobacco smoke is inhaled into the lungs, this smoke causes irritation in the airways, and they start producing mucus. Regular smokers often develop acute bronchitis.
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Toenail Fungus – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
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Toenail Fungus – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Toenail fungus is the bacterial or fungal infection of your toenail or a part of it. When your toes are exposed continuously to a moist or damp environment, it becomes a breeding ground for fungus and bacteria. If you leave this untreated, the infection could spread to your skin, so it is imperative that you get the toenail fungus treated on time. What causes toenail fungus? A number of factors cause toenail fungus, here are a few : Constant exposure to a damp and moist environment is the most common causal factor of toenail fungus. The type of fungus is usually a dermatophyte. If you already are suffering from athlete’s foot, then that can trigger toenail fungus as well. Weak blood circulation Sometimes, you can contract this infection from others. For example, by wearing the socks or shoes of a person who has toenail fungus can increase your chances of having it too. With old age, your blood circulation decreases, which can lead to toenail fungus. Excessive sweating Walking barefoot Contaminated public spaces such as swimming pools and gyms Psoriasis A weak immune system Wearing socks and tight shoes What are the symptoms of toenail fungus? The affected nail thickens. You might find it difficult to trim your nails. The thickness is caused due to the overgrowth of bacteria and fungi. Discoloration of the nail is one of the most common symptoms. The nail might turn white, yellow or brown. The nail turns brittle, crumbly and will break easily. The shape of your nail changes, it can get distorted and ragged. Owing to the buildup of debris under your nail, the nail bed becomes a dark color. Sometimes, the nail starts to emit a foul odor. Hyperkeratosis or scaling under the affected nail. Lateral onychomycosis refers to the white or yellow streaks that appear across your nails.
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