Healthcare

Earwax Earwax, also known as cerumen, is a yellowish waxy substanc secreted in the ear canal of humans and other mammals. It protects the skin of the human ear canal, assists in cleaning and lubrication, and also provides some protection from bacteria, fungi, insects and water. Symptoms ❄ Earache ❄ Feeling of fullness in the affected ear ❄ Ringing or noises in the ear (tinnitus) ❄ Decreased hearing in the affected ear ❄ Dizziness ❄ Cough Blockage, or impaction, also occurs when the wax gets pushed deep within the ear canal. Earwax blockage is one of the most common ear problems doctors see. Cause ❄ The most common cause of impactions is the use of Q-tips (and other objects such as bobby pins and rolled napkin corners), which can remove superficial wax but also pushes the rest of the wax deeper into the ear canal. ❄ Hearing aid and earplug users are also more prone to earwax blockage. Treatment 1. Try Saline Solution: Mix 1 teaspoon of salt in around ½ cup ...

Bad Breath or Halitosis Bad breath or halitosis is a common problem that can affect anyone at any age. This can result from poor dental health habits and may be a sign of other health problems and about one forth people are thought to have bad breath. Symptoms ❄ Unpleasant or sour taste or changes in taste ❄ Dry mouth ❄ Coating on the tongue Cause ❄ Use of tobacco products ❄ Poor oral hygiene ❄ Dry mouth ❄ Some types of medication can also cause bad breath Treatment 1. Brush and Floss: Daily tooth brushing along with flossing are the most important actions you can take to ward off bad breath. 2. Clean your tongue regularly 3. Eat healthu food 4. Rinse your mouth with leamon juice 5. Drink a couple fennel tea a day.

Allergies Allergies, also known as allergic diseases, are a number of conditions caused by hypersensitivity of the immune system to something in the environment that usually causes little problem in most people. Symptoms ❄ Skin rash ❄ Headache ❄ Sneezing ❄ Runny nose ❄ Swelling ❄ Nausea ❄ Diarrhea 1 kg   potatoes 3   onions 5   cloves of garlic 1   sausage 2 cubes   bouillon 3 big spoons   flour 3 big spoons   spice red pepper beans and corn in a can cream for cooking in the beaker marjoram oil salt water Cause ❄ Airborne allergens ❄ Certain foods ❄ Insect stings ❄ Medications ❄ Latex or other substances you touch Treatment 1. Peppermint Tea: Place 1/2 ounce dried peppermint leaves in a 1-quart jar. Fill two-thirds of the jar with boiling water, and steep for five minutes. (You can inhale the steam for added benefit). Let cool, strain, sweeten if desired, and drink. 2. Honey...

Anemia Anemia, also spelled anaemia, is usually defined as a decrease in the amount of red blood cells (RBCs) or hemoglobin in the blood.It can also be defined as a lowered ability of the blood to carry oxygen. Symptoms ❄ Easy fatigue and loss of energy ❄ Unusually rapid heart beat ❄ Shortness of breath and headache ❄ Difficulty concentrating ❄ Dizziness ❄ Pale skin ❄ Leg cramps ❄ Insomnia ❄ Tired ❄ Fatigue easily ❄ Hair loss ❄ Malaise Cause There is no single cause of anemia. Due to the great number of anemia types, it can sometimes be difficult to pinpoint the exact cause. Anemia caused by: ❄ Blood loss ❄ Iron Deficiency ❄ Vitamin B12 Deficiency ❄ Coeliac and Crohn’s disease ❄ Pregnancy ❄ Heavy menstrual periods ❄ Thalassaemia ❄ Leukaemia ❄ Bone marrow problems ❄ Kidney failure ❄ Rheumatoid arthritis ❄ Hormonal troubles ❄ Improper diet ❄ Surgery ❄ Injury or accident Treatment 1. Beetroot: You can either eat it as a salad or can extract it...

Athletes Foot Athlete's foot, known medically as tinea pedis, is a common skin infection of the feet caused by fungus. Signs and symptoms often include itching, scaling, and redness. Athlete's foot fungus may infect any part of the foot, but most often grows between the toes. Symptoms ❄ Itching, stinging, and burning between the toes. ❄ Itching, stinging, and burning on the soles of the feet. ❄ Blisters on the feet that itch. ❄ Cracking and peeling skin on the feet, most commonly between the toes and on the soles. ❄ Dry skin on the soles or sides of the feet. ❄ Raw skin on the feet. ❄ Discolored, thick, and crumbly toenails. ❄ Toenails that pull away from the nail bed. Cause Athlete's foot is caused by the same type of fungus that causes ringworm and jock itch. Damp socks and shoes and warm, humid conditions favor the organisms' growth. Treatment 1. Garlic: Crush one garlic clove and add two or three drops of olive oil to make a paste. Apply th...

Dysmenorrhea (Menstrual Cramps) Dysmenorrhea, also known as dysmenorrhoea, painful periods, or menstrual cramps, is pain during menstruation. It usually begins around the time that menstruation begins. Symptoms typically last less than three days. The pain is usually in the pelvis or lower abdomen. Symptoms ❄ Symptoms of menstrual cramps include: ❄ Throbbing or cramping pain in your lower abdomen that may be intense ❄ Dull, constant ache ❄ Pain that radiates to your lower back and thighs Some women also experience: ❄ Nausea ❄ Loose stools ❄ Headache ❄ Dizziness Cause ❄ Endometriosis ❄ Uterine fibroids ❄ Adenomyosis ❄ Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) ❄ Cervical stenosis Treatment 1. Apply heat: Heat helps to relax the contracting muscles in your uterus, which is the cause for your pain. There are many over-the-counter heating patches and pads, such as ThermaCare, Bengay, or electric, reusable ones. Or, even taking a regular plast...

Chickinpox Chickenpox is a contagious disease characterized by many itchy, red bumps all over the body. Chickenpox illness usually lasts about 5 to7 days. Chickenpox was once so common it was considered a childhood rite of passage. Since the chickenpox vaccine was introduced in the mid-1990s, cases have declined. Symptoms ❄ Rashes that turn into itchy, fluid-filled blisters those eventually turn into scabs ❄ Fever ❄ Headache ❄ Tiredness and a general feeling of being unwell (malaise) ❄ Loss of appetite ❄ Dry cough 600 ml   sed ut perspiciatis 250 g   unde omnis iste 3 pcs   natus sit voluptatem accusantium Cause ❄ Varicella-zoster virus ❄ Contact with an infected person ❄ Contact with broken chickenpox blisters ❄ Inhaling airborne droplets ❄ Poor immune system Treatment 1. Baking Soda Take half a cup of baking soda and mix it with warm water prepared for taking bath. Let the patient bathe with this water. You can even have cool ...

Mumps Mumps, also known as epidemic parotitis, is a viral disease caused by the mumps virus. Initial signs and symptoms often include fever, muscle pain, headache, and feeling tired. This is then usually followed by painful swelling of one or both parotid salivary glands. Cause ❄ Swelling of salivary glands, neck and face ❄ Headache, fatigue, loss of appetite ❄ Low fever and vomiting ❄ The swelling may be near the lower ear and jawbone Symptoms Mumps is mainly caused by the invasion of virus in the salivary glands. The parotid glands are usually the most affected, which is located on each side of the face, just below the front of the ear. Usually the disease last for about two weeks. Wrong diet can worsen the disease, so it is important to follow a very healthy diet to get rid of the disease. 1. Ginger: Moreover, apply ginger or garlic paste onto the affected part. 2. Baking Soda: Combine a dash of baking soda and a little water to make a paste. Apply it on the cheek...

Hair Loss (Baldness) Hair loss, also known as alopecia or baldness, refers to a loss of hair from the head or body. It is a very common condition and affects most people at some time in their lives. Symptoms ❄ Gradual thinning on top of head ❄ Circular or patchy bald spots ❄ Sudden loosening of hair ❄ Full-body hair loss ❄ Patches of scaling that spread over the scalp 180 g   plain flour 180 g   melted butter 130 g   caster sugar 5   grated apples 3   eggs 1   baking powder ground cinnamon raisins chopped nuts (almonds or hazel nuts) Cause ❄ Heredity ❄ Hormonal changes ❄ Medical conditions ❄ Medications: Hair loss can be caused by drugs used for cancer, arthritis, depression, heart problems, high blood pressure and birth control. Intake of too much vitamin A may cause hair loss as well. Treatment 1. Onion juice: Chop one onion finely and squeeze out its juice. Apply the juice on your scalp and l...