Dry skin, or xerosis, is a common condition that causes itching, flaking and redness. It is often more severe and difficult to treat during the dry winter months. Dry skin on the chin is typically caused by improper skin care, low environmental humidity or a combination of the two.
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Crohn's disease causes chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. While many people experience weight loss as a symptom of the disease, Crohn's produces different symptoms in different people.
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An ingrown eyelash, or trichiasis, occurs when the eyelash is misaligned and grows back toward the skin instead of away from the eye. The affected eye may become red, irritated and watery, and there is typically a sensation of having sand or grit in the eye. Sensitivity to light and pain may also develop.
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Toenail fungus, or onychomycosis, is a common condition that causes the toenails to become brittle, thick, discolored and crumbly. Infection with nail fungus may also cause pain, especially if the infection causes the nail to separate from the nail bed.
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Small, flesh-colored bumps on the legs may appear for a variety of reasons. Depending on their cause and location, they may cause no symptoms or they may itch, become irritated or spread to other areas of the body.
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Understand the causes of rapid weight loss in women, including chronic digestive problems, hormone disorders, and unintentional weight loss. Learn how to manage your weight safely and effectively.
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Pressure and friction cause the skin on your feet to thicken and harden as a protective measure. The result is rough skin, corns and calluses. While removal of hard skin is rarely medically necessary, treatment may be desired to ease discomfort or improve appearance.
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Soaking your feet can soften dry skin while soothing aching or tired feet. While commercial foot baths are available, these are often costly and difficult to customize.
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Pumice stones are formed from volcanic rock. They are extremely lightweight and will float in water. Although the stones are used in construction, clothes manufacturing and landscaping, they are mostly associated with skin care.
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The perianal area is located around the anus and may include the perineum, the strip of skin between the anus and genitals. Hair growth in this area is natural but may be removed for cosmetic reasons. Shaving the perianal is not recommended due to the risk of cuts and infection.
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While wrinkles and fine lines are a normal part of aging, they make the skin appear tired and can be of significant cosmetic concern, especially for women. You can prevent premature wrinkling by avoiding the sun and taking proper care of your skin, but wrinkles caused by genetics and aging are not avoidable.
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Properly shaped and trimmed eyebrows frame your face and improve your appearance. While using tweezers to get rid of eyebrow hair is common and simple, tweezing can cause significant discomfort and irritation. Evaluate effective alternatives to tweezing before you choose a method.
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Cracks in the feet occur when skin becomes extremely dry and pressure on the heel of the foot causes the skin to slide sideways. Cracked feet are prone to infection, and in those with diabetes, the risk of serious infection is even greater.
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During a chemical peel, a solution such as glycolic acid or trichloroacetic acid is applied to the skin. The chemical continues to work on the skin over the next week or two, causing the top layer of skin to blister and peel off.
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Along with wrinkled clothes and jet lag, a dry nose is an expected side effect of traveling by plane.
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Growth and development during the teenage years depends on a variety of factors, including adequate sleep and exercise, hormone levels, overall health and proper nutrition. Nutritional deficiencies can significantly stunt growth, resulting in short stature, delayed development and poor weight gain.
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Sinus congestion may result from viral or bacterial infections, allergies, environmental irritants or even the increased blood flow that naturally occurs during pregnancy.
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Congestion in kids has many possible causes, including exposure to environmental irritants, allergies, viral and bacterial infections and changes in humidity levels.
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Some spitting up after feeding is normal in babies and does not interfere with growth or health. Spitting up is sometimes a nuisance, however; it stains all sorts of fabrics and simply makes quite a mess.
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Introducing boiled eggs to babies is a slow and gradual process. Although your baby might begin experimenting with other solids before his 6-month birthday, eggs are considered a potential allergen and you should wait a little longer to introduce them into your baby's diet.
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