Because hair loss is often mentioned as a potential pregnancy side effect, some women mistakenly infer that this hair loss typically occurs during pregnancy.

A keloid is scar tissue that grows and rises in or around a cartilage piercing. Keloids are commonly confused with hypertrophic scarring in ear cartilage piercings. Hypertrophic scarring is a temporary condition and is treated by changing the jewelry and subjecting the ear piercing to sea salt soaks.

Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus, which is highly contagious. A baby who come in direct contact with her mother’s cold sore may get the virus. While cold sores generally aren’t dangerous for adults, the virus may be dangerous for infants.

Whether you're naturally skilled at studying or find it difficult to focus or retain learned information, healthy foods may improve your capabilities.

The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research estimates that 500,000 Americans experience their first cold sore every year. For most, the first episode is also the last. A smaller number---between 20 and 40 percent--suffer recurrent episodes.

The National Rosacea Society estimates that while 16 million Americans suffer from rosacea, many know little to nothing about it.

You might have heard that maca root has the potential to improve your cellular function, benefit your immune system and generally improve health. However, it hasn't been proven safe or effective for use in breastfeeding women, so if you're nursing a baby, you should talk to your doctor before using maca.

Stretch marks appear virtually all over the body, with most instances on the back of the knees, thighs, stomach and arms. This is caused by rapid expansion of the skin, harming the natural elasticity that keeps the skin youthful looking.

There are many causes of facial flushing, some which should receive medical attention and others that naturally occur and offer no harm.

Traction alopecia occurs when the hair is being pulled too hard from the follicle, which results in hair breakage and alopecia--hair loss. Traction alopecia, according to Traction-alopecia.com, can be fully reversible if detected early enough; however, if it is extensive, the hair loss can be permanent.

Hair loss is very common and the frontal region is usually the first place you will notice it. While it can be very discouraging and frustrating to lose your hair, there are treatments available to help help prevent further loss.

A tendon is a thick fibrous cord that attaches your muscles to your bones. You have tendons in your feet, ankles, elbows, shoulders and knees.