Shoulder tendons are the tough bands of tissue connecting muscle to the shoulder bone. Tendonitis of the shoulder is a condition that usually results from repeated strain on the shoulder tendons and the subsequent inflammation. Such strain is commonly associated with some sports discipline where the shoulder is heavily involved such as swimming, baseball and tennis. Shoulder Tendonitis can also be the result of the degeneration of...more
Permanent makeup offers a person several advantages when they find themselves often short on time or burdened by the detail process associated with applying makeup. For the mom on the go the benefits related to this procedure are found in the new amount of time they would find and the simplification that is found with her having to be ready in the morning. The working mom will find new self-confidence knowing that regardless of the time of day...more
Diabetes can be dangerous to your feet— even a small cut could have serious consequences. Diabetes may cause nerve damage that takes away the feeling in your feet. Diabetes may also reduce blood flow to the feet, making it harder to heal an injury or resist infection. Because of these problems, you might not notice a pebble in your shoe—so you could develop a blister, then a sore, then a stubborn infection that might cause amputation of your foot or leg. To avoid serious foot problems that could result in losing a toe, foot, or leg, be sure to follow these guidelines or consult a podiatrist for more information.Guidelines for Diabetes Foot Care: Inspect your feet daily: Check for cuts, blisters, redness, swelling, or nail problems. Use a magnifying hand mirror to look at the bottom of your feet. Schedule an appointment with foot doctor if you notice anything. Wash your feet in lukewarm (not hot!) water: Keep your feet clean by washing them daily. But only use lukewarm water—the temperature you'd use on a newborn baby.Be gentle when bathing your feet: Wash them using a soft washcloth or sponge. Dry by blotting or patting—and make sure to carefully dry between...more
It is a skin condition that results in very itchy skin and can be easily spread. There are unfortunate misconceptions regarding this condition, as it can be contracted by anyone. Often several family members will be affected by scabies at the same time due to their close living situation and sharing of particular items.Sarcoptic mange and the itch...more
There are many different reasons why someone would have problems with alcohol or other drug use. The important thing is that people should know that there are places who are willing to get effective treatment for them so that they can continue to lead a normal life. This country has made a lot of progress when it comes to medicine and the treatment...more
Folliculitis is a terrible disease to contract. Chances are you are reading this because you are looking for answers. You know then that there are four causes and the treatment options are mostly prescription medications. The 4 categories of folliculitis are bacterial, fungal, viral and parasitic.It is not Acne; it is called Folliculitis, which is the inflammation of one or more hair follicles occurring anywhere on the skin. The common symptoms are a rash, itching and pimples or pustules near a hair follicle on the neck, groin or genital area.Some day to day things to change to reduce the incidence of Folliculitis is to reduce friction from clothing, avoid shaving or use a new, clean razor each time you shave. If you think your razor is not clean take the time to sterilize so you don't spread the infection. To finish you want to be sure to practice good hygiene in the infected area. You will also want to avoid wearing tight clothing that causes friction on the skin and stay away from clothing or wash clothes that could be contaminated, some forms of folliculitis are contagious and can spread to other parts of the body.As has been mentioned there are different types of...more
Asbestos is a naturally occurring wiry silicate mineral. It's been used since Roman times, and at the peak was used in over 3000 products. It occurs everywhere including Africa, Australia, Canada, China Russia, and the united states of...more
Arthritis is a group of conditions involving damage to the joints of the body. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in people older than fifty-five years. There are different forms of arthritis; each has a different cause. The most common...more
Sudden hearing loss is defined as loss of hearing at three connected frequencies for a range of at least 30 decibels. This may occur rapidly or for a period of three days. In most cases, sudden hearing loss usually affects one ear at a time.The...more
Endometriosis is defined as the abnormal development of cells outside the uterus. The areas may be in the fallopian tube, ovaries, vagina, cervix or bladder. This problem is frequent to ladies who are infertile. These cells are called endometrial...more
Death due to asbestos exposure is a serious problem, and there has been a lot of research done on this hazardous material. One interesting study is called, "Role of Asbestos and Active Oxygen Species in Activation and Expression of Ornithine...more
Nobody knows for sure how many people have died as a result of asbestos exposure. Although we cant go back in time and prevent exposure, we can continue to support the important work being done by researchers. One interesting study is called,...more