SCABIES & ITCHY SKIN MITE INFECTION

SCABIES & ITCHY SKIN MITE INFECTION

Is Mold Making You Itchy?

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...

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Lice & Itching

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... read more

Eczema

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.... read more

Skin Conditions in Babies

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... read more

Psoriasis

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... read more

What Is Rosacea – Signs and Symptoms

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...

Itchy Eyes and the Hayfever Rap

A common symptom of hayfever is itchy eyes. The comedy rap song, Hayfever Rap, really points out the frustrations that hayfever sufferers face on a daily basis. It is funny and catchy. Visit their website to see photos and the music video.

Anaphylaxis – The Severe Form Of Allergy

Anaphylaxis is probably the most deadly form of allergic attacks around. It develops out of thin air and can kill within minutes. Anyone affected by this will seek emergency treatment. It can be triggered by any allergen that the individual is particularly sensitive...

Chicken Pox In Children

Almost all of us have had chicken pox at least once in our lives,  usually when we were kids. Some of us have even suffered from the pox twice, and it certainly isn’t a fun experience that we’d like to put into our scrapbooks. Chicken pox is one of the more commonly...

Eczema

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....

Foods That Help Psoriasis

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...

Lice & Itching

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...

Vitamins Might Relieve Your Itch

Vitamin Deficiencies and Itchy Skin The problem behind your itchy skin might be insufficient vitamin intake. There are a number of vitamins that promote the hydration and healthiness of your skin. A shortage in these could trigger itchiness, dry skin and other skin...

Skin Conditions in Babies

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...

Take Vitamin B tablets daily!

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 think he...

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