Thank goodness home remedies for black eyes have evolved over the years. If you accidentally “walked into a door” or met your match with a powerful fist, you might have had leeches placed on your face to suck out the blood. Today, we take a milder approach and incorporate home remedies for black eyes, which … Read more
For most women under the age of 50, every month brings the “joys” of a menstrual cycle, as the female body encounters a series of changes to prepare for a significant event in her life. If a woman is not pregnant, then menstrual bleeding will occur. While you cannot permanently stop your periods without medical … Read more
One of the most common ways to clean the ears is to grab the nearest cotton swab (such as a Q-tip), and this method is effective when used with care. However, some people try to remove unwanted ear canal debris with less gentler objects, such as paper clips. You can prevent unnecessary damage by embracing … Read more
The skin on our face is very delicate, especially around the eyes; it is very delicate and thinner compared to the other areas of our body. Accordingly, this area in our face requires special care and attention. Aging, abuse, stress, health problems, and other lifestyle factors can reflect on one’s face. Dark circle formation is … Read more
When you think of rabies, one of the first things you may envision is a beastly canine foaming at the mouth – like Stephen King’s ‘Cujo,’ but other animals, including humans can also become infected with the virus associated with the condition. There are different stages, but precautions and home remedies for rabies can help … Read more
One of the most common reasons people visit the doctor is to pinpoint the source of their back pain. From overuse to injured muscles, many factors contribute to acute and chronic back issues. With four out of five people in the United States experiencing lower back pain at least once in their lifetime, it’s no … Read more
Dear J, bronchial asthma is actually asthma; it is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways with signs and symptoms that include periodic coughing and wheezing as well as tightness on the chest. Meanwhile, hay fever is most commonly referred to as allergic rhinitis that has manifestations akin to common cold – runny nose, sneezing, … Read more
Just when you thought influenza and the cold were the only sniffling and sneezing conditions to worry about this season – take note that hay fever produces most of the same symptoms. Hay fever is actually one of the most common allergic conditions in the United States and affects about one in five people. To … Read more
Under normal conditions, you shouldn’t be able to feel your lymph nodes – they’re only about the size of a half-inch. However, when you are sick or something just isn’t right in your body, lymph nodes can swell two to three times their general size. At this point, they are quite noticeable and you’re in … Read more
Bronchitis causes the tubes in your lungs that air passes through (also known as the airways or bronchial tubes) to become inflamed or irritated. The irritation causes thick mucus to develop, making it even harder for you to get air into your lungs. If this condition lasts longer than three months, you should seek home … Read more