If you have cellulite, stretch marks or both, you are not alone. A whopping 90 percent of women have cellulite and 80 percent of Americans have stretch marks. They are both harmless, but that probably doesn't make their appearance bother you any less.

Throat swelling, or pharyngitis, can cause pain or itching in the throat that may worsen when you swallow. Most cases of throat swelling are caused by viral infections, such as the cold or flu, but if your symptoms are caused by a bacterial infection, antibiotics may be required.

Deodorants contain a variety of chemicals to enhance effectiveness, shelf life and scent. According to Today’s Parent, an online parenting magazine, allergies can occur at any point in your life and may develop suddenly. If your underarm deodorant is causing irritation, it may be a result of the ingredients.

Premature or erratic hair loss can be due to a variety of issues. The key to stopping your hair from falling out prematurely is to identify the cause. Many times, hair loss is due to mechanical damage such as ripping combs and brushes through the hair or other poor hair care techniques.

Hives -- raised, itchy welts on your skin -- can develop as an allergic reaction to exercise. If exercise-induced hives don't resolve within 10 minutes, call your doctor.

Noticing a red mole on your skin can be worrisome. What is it? Is it dangerous? While it's good to pay attention to growths and spots on your skin, don’t panic. A mole -- what medical professionals call a nevus -- is a type of skin growth that occurs when color-producing cells in your skin grow in a cluster.

Many of the home remedies used for removing skin tags may not be suitable for all areas of the body, particularly sensitive areas such as the armpits or groin. Some of the methods used for removing the tags involve pinching or cutting the skin, causing intolerable pain and irritation when used on sensitive areas.

Stretch marks from rapid weight gain or pregnancy can be embarrassing and unsightly. The red marks that occur when your skin stretches too fast may be dark or light, long or short, deep or shallow.

Although most prescription medications are safe for use, some patients have an abnormal immune system that reacts poorly with certain drugs.

The common cold typically causes symptoms such as runny nose and nasal congestion. Babies are very susceptible to contracting the common cold, particularly from older children who don’t always wash their hands. A baby’s immune system is also immature, which makes young children more susceptible.

Ringworm and scabies are highly contagious skin conditions that transmit through direct skin-to-skin contact. Both conditions cause distinguishing rashes and require rigorous treatment. Ringworm can develop on the scalp and skin. On the scalp, the rash usually causes bald, scaly patches.

Egyptians believed the healing powers of gold could cure all manner of physical, mental and spiritual ailments. Romans used gold preparations for treatment of skin lesions and sores. It is believed that Cleopatra wore pure gold for a radiant complexion. In ancient Chinese medicine, gold was the secret to youthful skin.