Mold can cause itchiness in some people. Mold produces tiny spores that can become airborne and cause irritation when they come into contact with the skin. Some people may develop a rash or experience itchiness after being exposed to mold. Mold growth in homes is...
As a parent of a child with head lice, it can be quite difficult to deal with the situation. Head louse are minute insects that hijack the host’s head (your child, in this case). It acts as a parasite and feeds on blood sucked from the host’s scalp. It can sound quite...
WHAT IS ECZEMA? Eczema Overview Eczema is an inflammatory skin condition that often results in red itchy rashes and flaky skin. The word ‘eczema’ is of Greek origin. It means “to boil’”. In severe cases, pustules may form on the surface of skin, which leak puss....
Skin Conditions in Newborn Babies It can be disappointing when your adorable newborn’s fresh and clear skin is plagued by skin rashes. You will be pleased to know that most disappear within a few weeks or months and are nothing to worry too much about. Some of the...
WHAT IS PSORIASIS? OVERVIEW Psoriasis is a non contagious skin disease / condition that effects a small but significant number of people world wide. The most common places for it to appear are the scalp (head), elbows and knees. It can also be found on other areas...
Rosacea Treatment The treatment options in caring for rosacea tend to include measures that reduce the symptoms of rosacea while taking preventative steps towards future occurrences. These measures usually include a conjunction of topical skin care treatments and...
Rosacea is a skin condition in which the skin around the nose, mouth, and eyes can become irritated and break out in a rash like reaction. This usually means general redness and swelling of the skin in the affected areas, but can also result in raised bumps, red...
What is Dermatitis? Dermatitis is one of those nagging conditions that definitely isn’t life-threatening, but at the same time is very inconvenient to deal with. The term ‘dermatitis’ basically refers to inflammation of the skin. It is characterized by swollen, red...
Psoriasis and Eczema Tips / Natural Remedy or Alternate Remedies: My Grandmother told me this works because my Grandfather suffered at times from severe psoriasis (before he died – unrelated illness) and she tried everything to help relieve his itchiness. I...
Changes in diet have been known to improve Psoriasis and also to make it flare up. Different foods can trigger different reactions in different people and it is a good idea to keep a food diary so that you can monitor your food intake and the symptoms that your body...
