Impetigo is the most common bacterial skin infection in children 2 to 5 years of age, but adults can also be affected by this highly contagious condition.

Cell-Tech is a creatine-based muscle-building supplement manufactured by MuscleTech, which also produces protein bars, protein shakes and pre-workout energy supplements. Cell-Tech is purported to aid in muscle recovery and is intended for use following your workouts.

The purpose of using condoms is twofold: to prevent pregnancy and reduce the chances that a sexually transmitted disease will be given to a partner. Condoms are sheaths (barrier protection) that are worn on the male penis during sexual intercourse and can be made of latex, plastic or natural skin.

Ear pressure and pain are common symptom of sinus congestion and drainage due to allergies or sinusitis. In order to relieve pressure in the ears, it is important to treat the underlying sinus condition with rest, hydration, decongestants and over-the-counter pain relievers.

Colloidal silver is used in the treatment of skin infections as well as internal bacterial infections. According to Dr. Robert O. Becker, M.D. of EMR Labs, colloidal silver kills bacteria on contact, healing infection as it has for centuries.

When a nursing mother is evaluating medications for herself, she must consider how possible side effects will impact her as well as her child. Many medications, including hormonal birth control pills, can pass through her breast milk to her child.

Congestion in the upper respiratory system leads to several unpleasant symptoms, including cough and difficulty breathing. Chest congestion typically stems from inflammation in the bronchial tubes, soft passageways that move air in and out of the lungs.

The pleasant aroma, spicy taste and health benefits of ginger, cinnamon and anise transform your cup of tea from just a beverage to a healthy drink. The spices have anti-microbial, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal elements which serve to protect the body from ailments and improve your general well-being.

In young children, a major diaper rash is often accompanied by an increased number of stools. Diarrhea causes more bowel movements; there are several reasons your child could be experiencing diarrhea.

Lexapro is a drug prescribed for the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder and major depressive disorder. The United States Food and Drug Administration does not list Lexapro, known generically as escitalopram, as a medication that interacts adversely with grapefruit.

An abscess is a pocket of infection that occurs as your body tries to fight off bacteria or foreign substances. Swelling and inflammation usually occur around the collected area of pus.

Low cholesterol can be a good thing, depending on the type of cholesterol. One cholesterol type is the exception -- your high-density lipoprotein, or HDL. Unlike your low-density lipoprotein, or LDL, and your total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol must be high to reduce your risk of heart disease.