Showing posts with label skin problems. Show all posts
Showing posts with label skin problems. Show all posts

Thursday, August 2, 2012

Lichen Sclerosus Treatment in Women and Men (FAQs)

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What is lichen sclorosus? What are current treatments for this disease, and when you should call /see a doctor? It is a kind of uncommon long-term problem of skin. The areas of skin that affected by this disease are more likely to be patchy, and thinner & more white than normal. It can occur on the skin of any part of the body, but in many cases it usually affects skin around the anus (anal areas) and around genital area (foreskin of the penis or skin of vulva).

You might also be interested to read about early symptoms of Lyme disease and lupus skin rash, before continuing!

Anyone has a chance of getting this skin problem, but it is relatively more common in women (particularly for those who have postmenopuase phase (the phase after menopause))! But it also can occur in men (uncommon) and even in kids (rare). Uncircumcised boys or men may have higher risk than others who are circumcised.

Monday, May 14, 2012

Dog Lyme-disease Symptoms | Treatment

Lyme disease is not only able to transmit to humans, but also can attack your pets, like your dog! The disease is caused by bacteria what we call as ‘Borrelia burgdorferi’ (it is a kind of spirochete bacteria which can spread to human and pets through a bite of deer tick). If you love your dog and you live in areas with high population of deer tick, you need to clearly understand about Lymes disease symptoms in dogs!

You may also like to read about dog arthritis treatment and congestive heart failure in dogs, before continuing!

Old Lyme is a town in the U.S where the disease discovered for the first time in 1975. And today, there are more states in the U.S that are suggested as the high population of deer tick -- for more in-depth information, ask to a local health department!

Sunday, May 13, 2012

Deer Tick Lyme-disease Bite | How to Prevent It?

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Deer tick is often associated with Lyme disease. It can spread a kind bacteria what we call as Borrelia burgdorferi that can cause Lyme disease in humans and pets. The disease can lead to mild to severe symptoms, such as skin rash (Lyme disease rash), chills, fatigue, and even problems associated with nervous system & heart if left untreated. What else you need to know about a bite of deer tick Lyme disease? And, how to prevent it?!

-- Read also about early symptoms and treatment options of Lyme disease, before continuing!

An individual who is infected need the appropriately treatment as soon as possible. The early stage of the disease is much easier to treat! With the right treatment of antibiotic, individuals with early stage of Lyme disease are more likely to get recovery more quickly & completely.

Lyme disease in Children | Symptoms

Lyme disease is a kind of infection that is caused by bacteria (Borrelia burgdorferi). Sometimes, it can be a serious infection -- even may contribute in causing carditis (one of heart disease types) and lifelong arthritis. And the incidence of this disease is relatively lower among adults than among children. What are symptoms of Lyme disease in children?

You might also like to know more about deer ticks that spread Lyme disease, before continuing!

When it comes to vector-borne disease, Lyme disease is pretty common among kids in the U.S. And fortunately, according to some studies -- the prognosis of kids with this disease is excellent.

Saturday, May 12, 2012

Lymes Disease Treatment (Prevention) In Humans

Summer is the right time to enjoy outdoor with fun. But be careful, there is also some certain diseases that can attack you during summer -- and one of them is Lyme disease. It is usually spread by the infected ticks. There are some options to treat this disease and here are some Lymes disease treatments and prevention tips!

You may also be interested to read about symptoms of Lyme disease in human -- before continuing to learn more the currently treatments of this disease!

Thursday, May 10, 2012

What are the Early Symptoms of Lyme Disease in Humans

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An infected tick is an animal that can spread Lyme disease in humans. We can get this disease if we are bitten by an infected tick. But fortunately, most individuals who have had a tick bite (particularly from uninfected tick) don’t get Lyme disease. However, we should not underestimate a tick bite, particularly if we get a tick attached to our body that we cannot remove -- for this case you need to see a doctor! So, what are the early symptoms of Lyme disease in humans?

You might also like to read how to prevent and treat Lyme disease, before continuing!

Though Lyme disease is pretty common in the U.S -- which usually more often occurs during summer, but it also can be found in Asia, Canada, and even Europe. What else you need to know? Keep reading!

Monday, April 2, 2012

Allergic Reaction Rash: Tips for the Treatment!

A condition when the body’s immune system overreacts to against infections is what we call as ‘allergies’. As well we know that the body’s immune system has important function to protect the body from unfriendly bacteria and viruses, and usually antibodies will be produced by the body’s natural defense system to fight those unfriendly bacteria and viruses.

-- You might also like to read about lupus skin rash and  allergic reaction to mosquito bites, before continuing!

But in the condition that familiar known as ‘allergic reaction’, overreaction of the natural defense system can occur to begin fighting certain harmless substances (like a certain medicine, pollen, or dust mites), which eventually can cause a runny nose, itchy eyes, allergic reaction rash, and even diarrhea, nausea, or trouble breathing!

Friday, January 27, 2012

5 Natural Foods for Acne Treatment

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If you ask what is the most annoying thing that interfere your confidence then one of the answers is acne or pimples on the skin of your face. And the next question ‘what are best natural foods for acne treatment?’ There are many choices to choose from, and let’s explore more some of them in this post. -- Read also helpful tips to stay young and healthy!

Yes’-- We can find a lot of information about good food for acne-fighting, but one thing you should also understand that there are also some foods that can trigger pimples and make them worse.

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

The Importance of Vegetable Intake (Fiber)

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Your mother might be often to remind you about the importance of vegetable intake or fiber intake, but did you really ever listen? There are a lot of reports and studies found how importance of vegetable intake for our body. So there is no reason why you do not like to eat vegetables.

You can get a lot of advantages or benefits by considering well the intake of fiber in your daily menu list. Eating adequate fiber from vegetable will be helpful enough to increase the chances to get a successful result of your diet. The following are more benefits to make you clearly understand how importance of vegetable intake for your body.