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Causes and Treatment of Tonsillitis

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Causes and Treatment of Tonsillitis We often think of tonsillitis as one of those rites of passages that children go through alongside chickenpox and braces. While the condition does commonly occur during the preschool to middle-teen years, it can happen at any time in life, for a variety of reasons. Understanding Tonsillitis Your  tonsils  are a part of the lymphatic system, which is responsible for eliminating toxins and harmful microorganisms (including viruses and bacteria) from your body. Your tonsils work by trapping inhaled particles and delivering them to the lymphatic system to be neutralized. There are three pairs of tonsils in your body: Pharyngeal tonsils , also known as adenoids, located at the roof of your mouth near where your nose connects to your throat Lingual tonsils  located behind the tongue Palatine tonsils  located at the back of the throat Causes The majority of cases of tonsillitis are caused by a virus...

Treating Steroid Acne

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Treating Steroid Acne =                                                    What is steroid acne? Usually,  acne  is an inflammation of the oil glands in your skin and hair roots. The technical name is acne vulgaris, but it’s often just called pimples, spots, or zits. A bacterium ( Propionibacterium acnes ) combined with other factors causes inflammation of the oil glands. Steroid acne has almost the same symptoms as typical acne. But with steroid acne, systemic steroid use is what makes the oil (sebaceous) glands susceptible to inflammation and infection. The steroids may be prescription medications, such as  prednisone , or body-building formulations. Another form of acne, known as malassezia folliculitis or fungal acne, is caused by a yeast infection of the hair follicles. Like acne vulgaris, it can occur naturally or a...

Your Guide to Genital Skin Conditions

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Your Guide to Genital Skin Conditions The genitals are male or female reproductive organs. Since the reproductive organs are in the pelvis, "genital" refers to the internal reproductive organs in the pelvis and the skin at the bottom of the pelvis around the vagina and anus in women and around the penis, scrotum, and anus in men. Skin Conditions Which May Occur Anywhere, Including the Genitals 1)Some skin conditions occur anywhere on the body and may just happen to occur on the genitals. Conditions such as this include psoriasis, and  melanoma , those most serious type of skin cancer. Other conditions can occur in different regions of the body but commonly occur in the genitals. These include conditions such as  hidradenitis suppurativa  (boils which occur in the groin and armpits) and  intertrigo  a rash which usually occurs in skin folds such as in the genital region, under the breasts, and in the armpits. Yet other skin conditions occ...

Hair Loss in Men and Women

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Hair Loss in Men and Women Hair loss is extremely common, affecting about 50 million men and 30 million women in the U.S. About 50% of men will have some hair loss by the time they turn 50. Hair loss is not life-threatening, though it can have devastating psychological effects, particularly in women. What Are Causes of Hair Loss? Hair loss is often caused by genetics, that is, it runs in families. In general it is not a symptom of disease, however, thyroid disease, anemia,  ringworm of the  scalp , and  anorexia  can cause hair loss. In addition, some medications such as  cancer  chemotherapy may cause temporary hair loss. Hair growth usually returns to normal when the medications are stopped. In some cases, hormones after giving birth or during  menopause  can cause thinning hair. Skip the Cigarettes           Many people reach for cigarettes in an effort to try to self-medicate ...

Sulphur homeopathic medicine | sulphur 30, sulphur 200 symptoms, Uses an...

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Itching

Itching= About itching Itching is an unpleasant sensation that compels a person to scratch the affected area. The medical name for itching is pruritus. Itching can affect any area of the body. It can either be: generalised – where itching occurs over the whole body localised – where itching only occurs in a particular area Sometimes, there may be a rash or spot where the itching occurs. Mild, short-lived itching is common, but the problem can occasionally be severe and very frustrating to live with. Common causes of itching Itching can be caused by a number of different conditions, including: skin conditions – such as  eczema allergies  or skin reactions parasitic infestations – such as  scabies insect bites and stings fungal infections – such as athlete’s foot or  vaginal thrush hormonal changes during pregnancy or the  menopause systemic conditions (one that affects the wh...