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Hives or urticaria can be defined as an outbreak of reddish swollen bumps on the skin surface. This happens because of the body s response to involuntary histamine release by the skin s blood vessels (which in turn, cause a leakage of blood plasma). The infection generally lasts for about 5-6 weeks, varying significantly in sizes and shapes. Although it is not a serious medical condition, hives can posit considerable discomfort to the affected person (coupled with severe itching and a constan...more
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If stressed, consuming certain food and medications can trigger skin rashes. This kind of rash is called hives. It is also known as urticaria. Anyone can be affected by hives, at least 20% of people are affected by hives at some time or the other in their lives. The itching could be severe or mild. It starts as a patch of scaly white skin that develops into red welts over time. To make sure the itching does not worsen, scratching, emotional stress, alcoholic drinks and exercise should be avoided...more
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As the baby enters life, he unveils a different world for himself. There is so much to see, understand, learn and experience. A baby s life is full of exciting new experiences as he views things and people around him with curiosity. But as he fondles with things around him, he carries dust, germs and possibility of an infection. Besides the external environment, his sensitive skin also deals with 24 /7 nappies that cause dampness and may lead to a fungal infection.
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Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip
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The skin is the largest organ in the human body, which measures about 2 square metres approximately 22 square feet. Skin is not just the longest organ alone in our body, but also has numerous amazing roles which most of us don t realise actually. It not only protects our body from chemical, harmful radiations and sun. It also acts as a major storage area of energy, synthesizes vitamin D and the best indicator of any disorder in your digestive and immune system. But most of us don t identify the ...more
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Are you looking for ways to deal with chronic urticaria? This is an uncomfortable skin health condition which is featured by red, itchy welts appearing on any part of your body. The cause of this condition is unknown to us most of the times. When the cause of chronic urticaria cannot be determined, the condition is called chronic idiopathic urticaria. There are several ways of dealing with this condition.
Here is a list of the top ways to deal with chronic urticaria:
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Here is a list of the top ways to deal with chronic urticaria:
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Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip
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Hives is a very common condition and about 20% of the world has got it at some point in their lives. There are many causes to it ranging from blood transfusions to certain allergic reactions to food. It starts off as an itchy patch of skin but slowly swells and turns into red welts. There are certain factors which makes the itching worse including stress, alcohol and scratching the area of skin which was itchy in the first place.
Here are all the causes and symptoms of hives:
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Here are all the causes and symptoms of hives:
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Last Updated: 8 years ago• Featured Tip
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Hives or urticaria is an outbreak of reddish swollen bumps around the skin surface, formed mainly due to the body s response to particular allergens. Generally, the infectious bumps are of varied shapes and sizes and last for about 5-6 weeks. Although not a serious medical condition, hives can cause tremendous discomfort to the concerned person and affect his/her daily activities. Hives can be cured with a prescribed dosage of antihistamines or oral corticosteroids.
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Last Updated: 9 years ago• Featured Tip
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Hives is a very common condition and about 20% of the world has got it at some point in their lives. There are many causes to it ranging from blood transfusions to certain allergic reactions to food. It starts off as an itchy patch of skin but slowly swells and turns into red welts. There are certain factors which makes the itching worse including stress, alcohol and scratching the area of skin which was itchy in the first place.
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Last Updated: 9 years ago• Featured Tip
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Hives is also known as urticaria, which is a sudden outbreak of swollen, red bumps on the skin. These occur due to an allergic reaction to an allergen or some unknown reasons. These bumps are usually accompanied by a few common symptoms like redness, burning sensation, itchiness, inflammation and swelling. They can be of varied shapes and most often the larger ones are very painful. Your skin gets badly affected by hives and the itchiness is quite irritating.
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Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip
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There are several ectoparasites that can pose a life-threatening risk to dogs if left untreated. Here are three significant examples:
Fleas (ctenocephalides spp.): while fleas are common and often considered a nuisance, a severe infestation can lead to life-threatening conditions. Fleas can cause anemia, especially in young or small dogs, due to excessive blood loss. Some dogs may develop an allergic reaction to flea bites, leading to a condition called flea allergy dermatitis (fad...more
Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip
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Monitoring for signs of illness in your dog is crucial for detecting health issues early and seeking appropriate veterinary care. Here are some key areas to focus on when monitoring your dog's health:
Changes in appetite: monitor your dog's eating habits. Significant changes in appetite, such as a sudden loss of interest in food or excessive hunger, could indicate an underlying health problem.
Water intake: notice if your dog is drinking more or less water than usual. Increased...more
Changes in appetite: monitor your dog's eating habits. Significant changes in appetite, such as a sudden loss of interest in food or excessive hunger, could indicate an underlying health problem.
Water intake: notice if your dog is drinking more or less water than usual. Increased...more
Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip
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Chronic respiratory diseases like bronchial asthma, bronchiectasis, copd, sarcoidosis and interstitial lung disease are vulnerable to repeated infections and multiple hospital visits or admission.
The main reasons for the increased susceptibility is altered lung defence, use of steroids in various respiratory conditions and multiple comorbidities like diabetes and coronary disease.
Patients should ideally be vaccinated for pneumococcal and influenza disease routinely.
The main reasons for the increased susceptibility is altered lung defence, use of steroids in various respiratory conditions and multiple comorbidities like diabetes and coronary disease.
Patients should ideally be vaccinated for pneumococcal and influenza disease routinely.
Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip
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What is upper respiratory tract infection?
Upper respiratory tract infection (uri) is a contagious infection of the nose, throat, and airways.
Uris are caused by viruses the vast majority of the time; however, bacteria are also capable of becoming the offender in some situations.
Types of upper respiratory tract infection:
Sinusiti: sinusitis is a form of infection of the upper respiratory system that affects the sinuses. It is caused by ...more
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Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip
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शरीर में कई तरह के भीतरी अंग होते हैं जो हमारे शरीर को सुचारु रूप से चलाने में मदद करते हैं। शरीर में मौजूद इन अंगों का अपना एक अलग कार्य होता है। शरीर में ऐसा ही एक अंग होता है मूत्राशय, जो शरीर के विषाक्त पदार्थों या अपशिष्ट को शरीर से बाहर निकालने में सहयोग करता है। व्यक्ति के लिए मूत्राशय को स्वस्थ रखना बहुत जरूरी होता है।
तो चलिए आज आपको कुछ ऐसे तरीके बताते हैं, जो आपको मूत्राशय को स्वस्थ रखने में आपकी काफी सहायता करते हैं। हालांकि इसके पहले आप यह जान लीजिये कि यह मूत्राशय होता क्य...more
तो चलिए आज आपको कुछ ऐसे तरीके बताते हैं, जो आपको मूत्राशय को स्वस्थ रखने में आपकी काफी सहायता करते हैं। हालांकि इसके पहले आप यह जान लीजिये कि यह मूत्राशय होता क्य...more
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Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip
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What is ear, nose, and throat disorders?
Ear, nose, and throat (ent) disorders are a group of conditions that affect the areas of the head and neck. Examples of common ent disorders include chronic sinusitis, ear infections, dizziness, allergies, hearing loss, hoarseness or voice problems, neck masses, throat infection or pain and tonsil swelling. ;
Many of these conditions can cause significant discomfort and impair your quality of life. Treatment can somet...more
Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip
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जब किसी भी तरह की बीमारी के इलाज की बात आती है तो दवाइयों और इंजेक्शन का जिक्र होना स्वाभाविक है। दरअसल, कई बार जब हम बीमारी का इलाज कराने के लिए डॉक्टर के पास जाते हैं तो डॉक्टर कई तरह की दवाइयों और इजेक्शन लेने की सलाह देता है और हम इन इंजेक्शन को लेकर लगवाते भी हैं।
क्या आपको मालूम है कि इंजेक्शन लगाने के अलग-अलग तरीके भी होते हैं। ऐसा ही एक तरीका है सबक्यूटेनियस इंजेक्शन। तो चलिए आज हम इस सबक्यूटेनियस इंजेक्शन के विषय में विस्तार से बात करते हैं।
क्या है सबक्यूटेनियस इंजेक्...more
क्या आपको मालूम है कि इंजेक्शन लगाने के अलग-अलग तरीके भी होते हैं। ऐसा ही एक तरीका है सबक्यूटेनियस इंजेक्शन। तो चलिए आज हम इस सबक्यूटेनियस इंजेक्शन के विषय में विस्तार से बात करते हैं।
क्या है सबक्यूटेनियस इंजेक्...more
Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip
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When there are high levels of uric acid in the blood a condition occurs called hyperuricemia. When there are high levels of uric acid in the blood it can lead to many diseases like highly painful arthritis disease called gout.
High uric acid can lead to many more health problems like kidney diseases, heart diseases and a few more. ;
Purines are nucleic acid ring structure bases. When these purines break down in the body uric acids are formed. Thes...more
Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip
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As a pregnant woman, maintaining good hygiene is crucial for the health and well-being of both you and your baby. Taking care of your intimate area is an important part of this. From increased vaginal discharge to the risk of infections, pregnancy can bring about many changes to your body. That's why we've put together this guide on how to clean your private parts during pregnancy. Follow these tips to keep your intimate area clean, healthy, and comfortable throughout your pr...more
Last Updated: 2 years ago• Featured Tip
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1. Dr. Anusree gangopadhyay
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Mbbs, md - dermatology, specialty certificate, dermatology (uk)
14 years experience 600 - 990 at clinic
Dr. Anusree gangopadhyay is a renowned dermatologist who possesses a dermatology specialty certificate from the royal college of physicians and surgeons of the united kingdom. She earned a gold medal in medicine during her mbbs ...more
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