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 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 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

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 (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

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 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 (Alopecia)

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...

Body odor

Body odor Body odor is unpleasant odor given off by the body. Body odor causes can vary from person to person based on a number of different factors. It is a direct result of odor compounds that are emitted through the skin and sweat. Cause ❄ You suddenly begin to sweat much more or less than usual ❄ Sweating disrupts your daily routine ❄ You experience night sweats for no apparent reason ❄ You notice a change in your body odor Symptoms ❄ Kidney disease ❄ Liver disease ❄ Fungal infections ❄ Refined sugar Treatment 1. Wash daily with warm water 2. Avoid spicy foods: Like curry, garlic. 3. Shave Underarms 4. Apply Vinegar : Vinegar, whether it’s apple cider or white, can help lower the pH level of the skin for an anti-bacteria environment. 5. Lemon Juice : Cut one fresh lemon into two halves. Rub one half of the lemon on your underarms. Allow it to dry on its own, and then take your shower.

Boils

Boils A boil, also called a furuncle, is a deep folliculitis, infection of the hair follicle. It is most commonly caused by infection by the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus, resulting in a painful swollen area on the skin caused by an accumulation of pus and dead tissue. Boils which are expanded are basically pus-filled nodules. Cause ❄ High fever (especially in children) ❄ Even after several days, the boil does not drain out. ❄ Red streaks on skin ❄ Severe pain ❄ Diabetes or heart disorders ❄ Swelling ❄ Change in appetite Symptoms ❄ Poor hygiene ❄ Poor immune system ❄ Alcoholism ❄ Friction from tight clothing ❄ Diabetes ❄ Poor nutrition ❄ Chemotherapy ❄ Exposure to harsh chemicals Treatment 1. Black Seed : Take some black seeds (kalonji). Grind them to get a paste. Apply this paste on the affected area. 2. Bread Poultice: You are required to soak a slice of bread in warm water or milk. Place the soaked bread directly on the boil. On repeating the process...

Bronchitis

Bronchitis Bronchitis is inflammation of the bronchi (large and medium-sized airways) in the lungs. Symptoms include coughing up mucus, wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest discomfort. Bronchitis is divided into two types: acute and chronic. Acute bronchitis is also known as a chest cold. Cause ❄ Chest pain or tightening of chest ❄ complications in breathing ❄ Coughing with mucous ❄ Fever ❄ Muscle ache ❄ Nasal congestion ❄ Tiredness Symptoms ❄ Allergy ❄ Infections ❄ Cough and cold ❄ Changes in the atmosphere ❄ Smoking ❄ Dusty air or fog ❄ Pollution Treatment 1. Turmeric : Add one teaspoon of turmeric powder in a glass of milk. Stir it well and boil for some time. Drink the hot mixture twice or thrice a day. For faster results, do this on an empty stomach. 2. Ginger : Combine one teaspoon each of ginger powder, pepper, and cloves. Take it three times a day with honey or milk. 3. Garlic: Take three garlic cloves. Peel and chop them. Put them in a glas...

Dermatitis (Eczema)

Dermatitis (Eczema) Dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a group of diseases that results in inflammation of the skin. These diseases are characterized by itchiness, red skin, and a rash. In cases of short duration there may be small blisters while in long term cases the skin may become thickened. The area of skin involved can vary from small to the entire body. Symptoms No matter which part of the skin is affected, eczema is almost always itchy. Sometimes the itching will start before the rash appears, but when it does, the rash most commonly appears on the face, back of the knees, wrists, hands, or feet. It may also affect other areas as well. Affected areas usually appear very dry, thickened, or scaly. Cause The specific cause of eczema remains unknown, but it is believed to develop due to a combination of hereditary and environmental factors. Children are more likely to develop eczema if a parent has had it or another atopic disease. If both parents have an atopic ...

Bedwetting (Enuresis)

Bedwetting (Enuresis) Bedwetting, or nocturnal enuresis, refers to the unintentional passage of urine during sleep. Enuresis is the medical term for wetting, whether in the clothing during the day or in bed at night. Another name for enuresis is urinary incontinence. For infants and young children, urination is involuntary. Wetting is normal for them. Most children achieve some degree of bladder control by 4 years of age. Daytime control is usually achieved first, while nighttime control comes later. Cause ❄ Sudden urge to urinate ❄ Pain while passing urine ❄ Constipation ❄ Change in the urine color ❄ Increase in thirst ❄ Snoring ❄ Rashes on the genital area Symptoms ❄ A small bladder ❄ Inability to recognize a full bladder ❄ A hormone imbalance ❄ Stress ❄ Urinary tract infection ❄ Sleep apnea ❄ Diabetes ❄ Chronic constipation ❄ A structural problem in the urinary tract or nervous system. Treatment 1. Cinnamon : Cinnamon powder is one of the most effectiv...

Chickenpox

Chickenpox 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. Cause ❄ 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 Symptoms ❄ 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...

Corns and Calluses

Corns and Calluses A callus (tyloma) is an area of skin that thickens after exposure to repetitive frictional forces in order to protect the skin. A corn is a smaller type of callus that commonly develops on top of, and between, toes. Corns are separated into soft and hard corns. Both calluses and corns may or may not be painful. When it becomes painful, treatment is required. Cause ❄ A thick, rough area of skin ❄ A hardened, raised bump ❄ Tenderness or pain under your skin ❄ Flaky, dry or waxy skin Symptoms ❄ Wearing ill-fitting shoes ❄ Skipping socks ❄ Playing instruments or using hand tools Treatment 1. Pumice Stone : Since corns and calluses are composed of dead skin, rubbing the area with a pumice stone is effective in alleviating the symptoms. Remember to soak your foot in warm water first and then rub with a pumice stone. 2. Vinegar : Before bed, soak a cotton ball with vinegar and attach it to the affected area, leaving it on overnight. The following...

Dandruff

Dandruff Dandruff is also called flaky scalp or seborrheic dermatitis. It is the production of white flakes of dead skin in the hair or on the shoulders when the scalp becomes dry or greasy. It is most common to the people having oily skin. Cause ❄ Presence of while flakes of skin on the scalp, and in the hair & shoulders ❄ Feeling sore in head ❄ Red, flaky, greasy patches of skin ❄ Feeling of tightness and itchy in the head ❄ The flakes may look oily ❄ Head may feel tingly Symptoms ❄ Highly sensation to yeast ❄ Not combing the hair regularly ❄ Less use of shampoo ❄ Patient of Parkinson's disease ❄ Recovering stage from heart attacks and strokes ❄ Weak immune systems ❄ Less amount of consumption of zinc and vitamin B ❄ Mental stresses (over thinking) ❄ Seborrheic dermatitis (oily skin) 1. Fenugreek : Take two tablespoon fenugreek seeds soaked in water overnight .Make its paste and apply it apply on scalp.Let it function for about half an hour and rins...

Allergies

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. Cause ❄ Skin rash ❄ Headache ❄ Sneezing ❄ Runny nose ❄ Swelling ❄ Nausea ❄ Diarrhea Ingredients 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 ❄ 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 : Consume a teaspoon or more of raw, un...

Acne