Eye redness is due to the swelling or dilated blood vessels which cause the surface of the eyes to appear red in color or bloodshot. It can happen in both eyes. Red eyes can be caused by an illness, injury, eye infections and other conditions like allergies. Red eyes are also known as bloodshot eyes, […]
Nickel allergy is the most usual cause of an allergic contact dermatitis; there is an uncomfortable rash that occurs when the skin gets in contact with an inoffensive substance. Nickel allergy can be caused by earrings and other jewelries, especially common with body piercings. It can also be found in coins, zippers, cell phones and
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Burning mouth syndrome is a medical term for an ongoing chronic or a recurrent burning in the mouth without any possible cause. It affects the tongue, gums, and lips, interior of the cheeks and even the roof of the mouth. It happens suddenly and can be severe which is similar to a feeling that the
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Tetanus is a bacterial disease that can affect the nervous system, and causes painful muscle contraction particularly in the jaw and muscles of the neck. It interferes with the person’s breathing and causes serious health issues. Tetanus is also known as “lockjaw”. If you want to learn how to manage the symptoms of this condition,
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Nosebleeds are due to different causes such as accidents in sports, assault, picking of the nose, and some medical ailments such as elevated blood pressure, atherosclerosis, as well as intake of medications like aspirin and anticoagulants. Some medicines that reduce inflammation can also cause nose bleeding. The most common causes of nose bleeding are allergies,
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A heat stroke is a condition that is caused by the overheating of the body, usually due to prolonged exposure to the sun or some physical exertion in high temperatures. A heatstroke can occur if the temperature of the body rises to 104 degrees F (40 degree centigrade) or even higher. Heatstroke requires emergency care
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Salt is a natural antiseptic and helps in the cleaning and sterilizing of open wounds. Salt is an abrasive and should be diluted in water. Mix a tablespoon of salt to a cup of warm water and stir until the salt dissolves in the water. Soak the wounds into the solution. This has been used
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Ants are small-sized insects that often sting. These insects usually live in a colony with one or more breeding queens. It has no wings except for the fertile adults which form large mating swarms. Ants can spoil picnics or become unwelcome visitors inside our home but they can be beneficial in the backyard since they
Knowledge of first aid is an important life skill that can save a life and prevent further injuries. A tourniquet temporarily stops the flow of blood, until proper medical attention is provided. Three techniques in applying a tourniquet include make-shift technique, surgical, and emergency technique. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjOStXVvsGU” width=”220″] Make-shift technique The make-shift tourniquet is applied
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Preventing swimming injuries Swimming has always been an enjoyable activity as well as an engaging sport. On the other hand, the occurrences of swimming injuries are increasing due to various reasons, including inability to swim and lack of appropriate gear. It is important to learn how to swim and avoid swimming alone if you are
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