There was a belief a long time ago that ringworm was caused by a worm and hence the name, but it is not caused by a worm. It is a fungus which causes infection of the skin. This fungus lives and spreads on the skin's top layer and also on the hair. It grows well in warm areas that are moist like in skin folds, locker rooms and in swimming pools.Personal skin touching between one person and another or between animals and even between a person and...more
Owning a home puts a big responsibility on your shoulders and one such responsibility that has to be shouldered has to do with using the right termite treatment. Fortunately, there are many good options that you can pick and choose from. Unfortunately, unless you know which options are good for your home, you could easily end up using an option that can spell disaster for your home. It therefore makes sense to take some time to identify suitable...more
Although everyone experiences constipation at times, senior citizens tend to experience it more often. Constipation specifically describes a symptom of some underlying cause characterized by less frequent bowel movements, more time required to pass stool, and harder stool. Regularity is different for everyone, so people should not be too concerned about having a certain number of bowel movements in a certain time period. Senior citizens suffering from constipation should consider the following questions:Do you often have less than three BMs a week?Do you find it difficult to pass stool?Are your stools lumpy and hard?Do you have the feeling of being blocked or that you have not emptied your bowels?sAnswering yes to one or more of these questions could indicate an issue with constipation.CausesSenior citizens and their caregivers should consider what might be contributing to their symptoms so that they can take the appropriate measures to address the problem. People typically experience constipation for the following reasons:Diet: If you are not eating enough high-fiber foods or eating too much high-fat meats, dairy, eggs, or sugary foods, this can cause constipation. Senior citizens...more
If you have difficult issues in life that you would like to learn to deal with, someone may have already suggested that you undergo hypnotherapy treatment. Of course, like any other procedure, you should not opt for this if you are not fully aware of what it is and what it involves.What does it involve?The one term that people associate most with...more
Many people who have gout will get some over the counter medication. Of course there are other people who would rather have a natural gout treatment. There are a number of natural gout treatments that are both effective and can be done from home.So what is the cause of gout? Gout is actually excess amounts of uric acid deposits in the body and is...more
Sinusitis Treatments: Sinusitis can be treated with either medications or home treatment remedies. The objectives of treatment are to: promote drainage, thin mucus, reduce swelling, relieve pain and pressure, clear up any infection and prevent permanent damage to the tissue lining the nose and sinuses.Homeopathic remedies include consuming water, teas, and acidic fruit juices. By staying hydrated, the sinuses will sometimes naturally cleanse themselves. Another method to break up mucous is to inhale steam in a shower or by putting a towel over ones head and sitting over a bowl of steaming water. Menthol oils can be placed just inside the nasal passage or can be included in neti-pot treatments. Menthol can also be added to humidifiers or to hot water treatments.Neti-pots are a traditional Indian remedy to flush sinuses and reduce swelling under the eyes. A saline solution is used to wash out the sinuses and menthol and other additives may be used depending on the allergy and the condition. Musinex is specifically designed to loosen mucous and other doctor prescribed treatments may help clear out a build up of mucous.To reduce swelling and provide pain relief, apply a warm compress...more
Arthritis - even the sound of it sends shudders down our spines. For us humans, there are supplements and precautionary actions we can take to avert this degenerative disease. Unfortunately, animals also go through this and they have no resources on...more
Cancer is a dreaded disease. It makes its appearance as harmless symptoms and by the time the doctors make a definite diagnosis, it may have reached an incurable stage. Cancer treatment is very complex and expensive, as well as strenuous on the body...more
If warning signs of skin cancer were staring you right in the face, would you recognize them? Knowing what to look for when it comes to your skin can give you a good idea of when you may need to visit your Athens, GA Dermatologist.There are three...more
Skin Pampering Treatments at Bay Area By: peggy devries About the Author For More Information, please visit our website at http://www.sanjosebodywraps.com/. (ArticlesBase SC #3109067) Article Source:...more
If you have nagging heel pain, chances are you are suffering from plantar fasciitis. This is the most common cause of heel pain that there is. So what is plantar fasciitis? Our feet have a ligament called the plantar fascia that attaches the heel...more
What exactly are "varicose veins" are they similar to "bulging veins"?Varicose veins are abnormal and unwanted veins which can vary in size from small spider veins up to larger bulging "varicose" veins. Spider veins, similar to varicose veins,...more