Conditions + Treatments

Sebaceous prominences, or Fordyce’s Spots, are small, pale spots or bumps that can be found in or near the genital area of an affected person. Fordyce’s Spots are relatively common, not contagious and not caused by any virus or infection. They are solely a cosmetic problem. As with any growth or spot on the body, it should be seen by a doctor to rule out other more harmful conditions, including genital warts or infected pores. If for appearance reasons a patient wants the spots removed or reduced there are a number of options available.

Of all the skin lesions afflicting the general populace, the most common are skin tags and warts. It can be annoying or disturbing to discover one of these growing on your skin, but they’re usually nothing to worry about.

Plantar fasciitis is a common foot ailment wherein plantar fascia, a stretch of tissue running along the bottom of the foot that connects the heel bone to the toes, becomes inflamed. Caused by consistent stretching and tearing of the fascia, plantar fasciitis is especially common in runners and typically effects those between 40 and 60 years of age. Treatments options are myriad, and one kind, ultrasonic shock wave therapy has been a much debated method of treatment, with no clear conclusion drawn on its effectiveness.

When an individual chokes, a foreign object can become lodged in their windpipe or throat. This blocks the flow or air and can cut off oxygen to their brain or kill them. So it’s important to act quickly to help them. Signs of choking include clutching at the throat, difficulty breathing or talking, lips, skin and nails turning blue or inability to cough forcefully. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is another technique used in emergencies. For instance, CPR can be used in situations like near drowning or heart attacks.

Trying to conceive is a very special time in a woman’s life. Timing is everything when trying to get pregnant. There is a very small window of opportunity each month for a woman to become pregnant. It will take some conscious effort in your sex life to make this happen as quickly as possible. Pregnancy will happen when your body is ready so use the following techniques and you will get pregnant fast.

Joint pain is caused by injury or diseases such as arthritis and osteoporosis. Joint pain can make even the simplest tasks difficult and painful. There are just as many treatments as there are cures for joint pain. One such treatment includes gelatin.

Blood pressure is the measurement of the pressure your blood exerts against your artery walls. If you are confused about the difference between systolic and diastolic, the following sections will help to decode what your blood pressure reading really means.

Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, is a contagious eye infection that causes burning eye sensations, a continuous pus discharge and constant itching. The itch is caused by either bacteria or viruses that penetrate the thin, clear membrane enclosing the white part of your eye. The infection can lead to partial blindness if left untreated. By employing all the natural remedies below, you can successfully treat pink eye and remove the itch.

There are many similarities between Raynaud’s disease and Raynaud’s phenomenon; they are two main types of one condition. Both are characterized by specific areas of your body developing a numb/cold sensation as a response to stress or cold temperatures. During a Raynaud’s attack, your arteries which are responsible for carrying blood to your skin constrict and inhibit blood circulation in specific areas.

Raynaud’s Syndrome is a circulatory disorder that occurs when your capillaries and arteries become narrowed and peripheral blood flow to your extremities is restricted. Symptoms of Raynaud’s Syndrome, which affects more women than men, include numbness in hands, feet, fingers and toes; swelling, tingling, numbness and skin changing to a pale color. It is often triggered by emotional stress and changes in temperature. You may be diagnosed with having Primary Raynaud’s Syndrome, which has no direct cause or Secondary Raynaud’s Syndrome, which may be caused by an underlying condition or illness and which is more severe in nature. Once you have been diagnosed, your doctor may want to put you on medications to treat symptoms if your case of Raynaud’s Syndrome is related to another disease. If you have Primary Raynaud’s Syndrome, he may encourage you to look for non-drug methods to relieve your symptoms There are alternative remedies that may very well be of use to you.