A broken bone, sprain, dislocated shoulder or other arm injury requiring a sling creates a difficult, but not impossible, bathing experience. Still, skipping a dip into your bathtub isn’t an option for most. When you have to wear a sling it will take a bit more time, patience and creativity in order to stay clean.
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Nail glue used to adhere artificial nails to fingernails is similar to super glue. Occasionally when applying the nails, some of the glue will attach to nearby skin. The glue can be quickly removed from the skin using products found in most homes.
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Lip fissures are severe cracks in the lips and corners of the mouth. The cracks are painful, may bleed and often recurring. According to Dr. Charles Heaton of the University of Cincinnati’s Department of Dermatology, fissures occur for different reasons.
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Before a colonoscopy, the large intestines must be emptied to allow clear visibility and be void of obstructions. A clear liquid diet is usually required for one to two days before the procedure.
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When fighting cancer, your appetite and nutritional requirements alter due to a variety of factors from emotional stress to cancer treatment. You may lose your appetite, and your energy levels decrease.
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Both men and women remove pubic hair, or hair in the groin or bikini area, to minimize hair growth and groom their bodies. In fact, Elle.com reports that during the Roman Empire having pubic hair was considered uncivilized for the higher classes.
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A colonscopy exam requires a special diet for the procedure to be successful. The exam is performed to rule out colorectal cancer and test for abnormalities related to the large intestine. A special diet is often followed several days before the procedure occurs.
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An ingrown hair often occurs as a result of shaving. The hair is cut with a razor, and as it begins to grow back it curls inside the hair follicle at a different angle. The hair gets trapped beneath the skin. A common sign of an ingrown hair is a small bump that is red or pink and tender to touch.
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The stomach flu, also known as viral gastroenteritis, causes nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps and fever. The condition spreads through contact with an infected person or drinking contaminated water, states MayoClinic.com.
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Cayenne pepper consists of ground red chili flakes, and is unrelated to black pepper. The hot spice contains the key ingredient capsaicin that delivers the heat in cayenne pepper. The spice originated in South and Central America thousands of year ago.
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Some women desire bigger breasts for increased self-esteem and to feel more attractive. Women seeking changes in their breast size may not consider breast augmentation an option due to the fear of surgery, moral issues or financial reasons. You can enhance breast using a variety of at-home treatments and procedures.
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Bad breath, lack of concentration, dieting and sheer habit are several reasons people chew gum. You may find yourself craving gum throughout the day. Gum addicts commonly chew one or more packs of gum in a 24-hour-period. Constant gum chewing causes aching jaws, dental problems and bloating.
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Gastroenteritis, also known as an upset stomach, is a common ailment. According to McKinley Health Center at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, gastroenteritis is the second most occurring health condition, next to the common cold.
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Fish oil contains large amounts of omega-3 essential fatty acids, necessary for brain function as well as normal growth and development.
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One of fish oil’s main side effects is thinning of the body’s blood, which can be both positive and negative. The highly consumed supplement is primarily taken for cardiovascular benefits, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center.
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When suffering from a sore throat caused by tonsillitis, eating and drinking may not sound appealing. Tonsillitis often causes throat pain when swallowing, fever and chills, ear or jaw ache and a fever.
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The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse describes a colonoscopy as an exam to view inside the colon and rectum. The exam takes little less than an hour, however you often need several days to prepare your intestinal tract.
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A colonoscopy requires the gastrointestinal tract to be empty and free of food and fluids. A change in your eating habits to a low-fiber diet is required several days before the procedure.
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You may have to consume a clear liquid diet following surgery, prior to a medical procedure that involves the abdomen or bowels, or if you are having trouble eating solid foods.
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A hysterectomy is the surgical removal of either part or the entire uterus. Your doctor may also remove the ovaries and fallopian tubes as part of the procedure. After the surgery, you will slowly return to a regular diet. During this transitional period, your medical doctor may recommend a soft diet.
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