Hair growing on the border of eyelids is called eyelashes and function in shielding the eyes from sweat, dust and dirt from coming into the eyes and it is also a sign of beauty and youth. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVtdy03qMkQ”] Sticky coating on the eyelashes is the most noticeable and irritating issue that occur upon waking up […]
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Heat cramps is the first of the heat-related illnesses spectrum. It happens when the body overheats. If heat cramps is left untreated, it can progress to heat exhaustion and ultimately, the most life-threatening heatstroke. Heat cramps are the intermittent involuntary spasms of the muscles that are commonly experienced by physically active individuals under the heat
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The use of hair dyes and several hair care products can cause problems on the scalp. A chemical burn on the scalp can cause irritation of the scalp skin as well as damages the follicles of hair shaft that can also lead to loss of hair. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rSrj2QqBOdg”] Scalp burns caused by chemical relaxers and
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Broken blood vessels usually happen on the face, eye, and legs. Capillaries that burst on the face or the legs can cause reddish, purplish or bluish hairline marks which are also known as spider veins. Many times there are broken blood vessels under the skin and they form a purplish welt or a tiny red
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Tonsil glands contain tissue which acts as lymphatic system and the tonsils are found in the upper part of the throat. Tonsils with adenoids are part of the lymphatic system and helps in maintaining immunity which helps in preventing infection at the top of the gastrointestinal tract. Each tonsillar gland has 200 million lymphocytic cells.
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Oral lichen planus is a condition that causes inflammation and a purple-tinged discoloration found on the tongue, gums and cheeks. It can also affect the skin around the genitals and in the fingernails. It appears as an open ulcer and can be caused by stress or medications. Even though it is considered as a chronic
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Collagen is a protein found abundantly in the body, usually in the skin, bones, muscles and the tendons. About 30% of protein in the body is composed of collagen and a binding substance which support different structures in the body. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzoIjL426YY”] The skin consists of sufficient amounts of collagen and capable of maintaining elasticity
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Swelling ankles can be caused by several reasons such as injuries of the muscle that is caused by sprains and strains. Sprains are caused by overstretching of the ligaments of the ankle joint. Pain in the ankle is caused by a sudden turn or stop, lifting heavy objects, falls and injuries. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bg5l7xmXbTc”] Ankle strains
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Tonsils are pairs of lymphoid tissues that is found on either side of the throat and they are part of the immune system and function in protecting the body from bacteria and viruses which enters via the mouth or the nose. When particles of food, bacteria and debris are deeply embedded in the crypts of
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Eye injuries that happen regularly involve the entry of a speck of dust into the eyes, rubbing the eyes due to some allergens or accidentally sustaining a black eye. Most of these eye injuries can be treated at home but for serious injuries, it would require medical help immediately. You can be prepared to handle
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