Common Diseases & First Aid Tips

 

A sickness or injury in a remote area can be very dangerous and harmful for the whole group even happening to an individual. In such areas no facility of a doctor or hospital is available, so trekking groups or individuals are recommended to keep a good quantity of basic medicines and a first aid kit with them. In this regard one should have the basic know how to provide first aid in emergency. It is strongly recommended that at least one member of the trekking team should have some first aid training or some experience of nursing.
Prevention is the best cure so one should try to avoid an attack of sickness or injury. However some basic medicines for common diseases/injuries should be included in the medical kit while quantity of the medicines will depend on the size of group and length of time of trekking/travelling. Here is a list of diseases to be kept in consideration while preparing a medical kit.

• headache
• flu
• pains
• stomach disorder
• nausea
• vomiting
• fever
• malaria
• allergy
• gastric
• blisters, cuts & burns
• dehydration
• stings
• strained/pulled muscles

Some general vitamins, spray or lotion for insects/fleas/bugs and eye and ENT drops are recommended to be included in the medical box. For the protection of skin, a good quality sun block lotion/crème and a lip balm for lips is also necessary to carry.
Since the source of drinking water is uncertain so water purification tablets or drops are a great deal of help to avoid several stomach and throat disorders.
Apart from the medicines for common diseases, following items are required in the first aid kit,

• cotton bandage
• crepe bandage
• cotton wool
• band aid plaster
• sticking plaster
• tincture or any anti-germ liquid/lotion
• a pair of scissors
• a pair of tweezers

People having chronic diseases should carry their particular medicines.

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14 Reasons to Quit Smoking

14 Reasons to Quit Smoking
Quit Smoking: Why and How?
World No Tobacco day is observed around the world on the 31st of May. It is a day meant to draw attention to the harmful effects of tobacco and encourage people to refrain from using it in all forms. If you smoke, this day is an opportunity to think what your habit is doing to your life. If you have tried to quit smoking in the past, it is an opportunity to try yet again. There is compelling evidence to prove that several years of your life get blown up with cigarette smoke and the risk of debilitating diseases looms over the years that remain. But there is hope because evidence also shows that it is certainly possible to quit smoking and quitting reverses a lot of the damage.

Reasons for Quitting Smoking
1. Health Reasons
Heart Disease and Stroke: Smoking is a bigger risk factor for heart disease than high cholesterol, high blood pressure or obesity. Worse still, no amount of exercise or good diet can offset the harmful effect of smoking on your heart. Smoking even 1 to 4 cigarettes a day increases your risk of coronary artery disease. A smoker is 2 to 3 times more likely to die of a heart attack or stroke than a non-smoker. Smoking increases your heart disease and stroke risk by:

• Directly damaging the inner lining of blood vessels
• Increasing the tendency for blood to form clots
• Increasing heart rate and blood pressure
• Decreasing the blood supply  to heart

2. Lung Disease: The tar in cigarette smoke is a proven cancer causing substance. When you smoke, the inhaled tar gets deposited in your lungs like soot in a chimney causing a ten-fold increase in your risk of developing lung cancer.
The damage to the tubes and tissue of lungs also leads to a lung disease called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It increases the frequency and severity of asthma attacks in people prone to asthma. Flu, colds, pneumonia occur much more commonly in people who smoke.
3. Other Cancers:  the carcinogen (cancer causing substances) in smoke not only affect your lung but can also lead to cancers of the voice box (larynx), mouth, throat, esophagus, intestines, bladder, kidney, and pancreas.
4. Impotence: Smoking narrows and damages blood vessels throughout the body including those supplying the penis leading to erection problems in men.
5. Gum disease: Smoking puts you at a much higher risk of infections of the gums that can lead to tooth loss.
6. Premature ageing of skin: Cigarette smoke damages collagen and elastin, the proteins that keep skin smooth and supple. The result is wrinkles that make you look much older than your years.
7. Alzheimer's disease: People who smoke are at an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease at an early age. Elderly who smoke have a faster rate of mental decline compared to their peers who do not smoke.

8. Health Risks to Your Family: Passive smoking to an extent carries all the hazards of smoking. In addition, children of parents who smoke have a higher rate of sore throats, coughs, colds, and ear infections. Babies of mothers who smoke are at an increased risk of a sudden infant death syndrome (SID). Evidence also suggests that tobacco smoke makes babies more prone to colic.
9. Blindness: Smokers are at an increased risk of age-related macular degeneration, a severe and progressive eye disease that leads to loss of vision.
10. Rheumatoid Arthritis: If you have a genetic tendency to develop rheumatoid arthritis, smoking will further increase your risk manifold.
11. Snoring: Studies show that people who smoke tend to snore much more than those who do not, which could be associated with a poorer quality of sleep. Even people exposed to second hand smoke snore more than those who are not.
12. Acid Reflux: Smoking puts you at risk of developing gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD), which manifests as heartburn.
13. Breast Cancer: Studies also indicate that women who smoke maybe at an increased risk of breast cancer. Women who start smoking before 20 years of age or those who smoke more than 20 cigarettes in a day are at a greater risk.
14. The Other Reasons that Matter
Better health is undoubtedly an overwhelming benefit of quitting smoking. But there are yet more ways in which quitting smoking will change your life for the better. Take a look.
Once you Quit Smoking

1. You will not be a bad example for your children and younger siblings.
2. You will save substantial amount of money.
3. You will feel more energetic every day.
4. Your performance and endurance at all sports and activities will improve.
5. You will save your skin from premature ageing.
6. You will be able to appreciate good smell and taste better.
7. Your teeth and nails will not look yellow and unattractive.
8. You will not get disgusted looks from people because of your bad breath.
9. You will not have to deal with disapproval and nagging from family and friends.
10. You will have a more positive self-image and more confidence in your will-power.

So, quit smoking today!

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World Cancer Day : Cancer Prevention, What Can you Do?

 

Today 04 February is World Cancer Day.

Cancer Prevention: What Can you Do?
Partly because of the dramatic portrayal of cancer in the movies of yesteryears, and partly because of plain lack of information, cancer is commonly viewed as a health calamity, an “Act of God” that can strike anyone at anytime. The problem with this perception is that we do not give serious thought to cancer prevention because we do not see how our lifestyle choices and level of awareness may impact our risk. Scientific research has been able to identify cancer risk factors that are within our control. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 40% of all cancer cases are in fact preventable.  More importantly, early detection is possible in a large number of cases which greatly increases the chances of successful treatment.  Here is an overview of the most common cancers and what you can do to reduce your risk or ensure early detection.
The burden of Cancer
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in developed countries after cardiovascular diseases. But in no way should it be thought of as a disease of the affluent. It ranks among the top three causes of death in low and middle income countries.  In 2004, 7.4 million people died of cancer. In spite of medical advances, cancer is on the rise and cancer deaths may rise to more than 11 million in 2030.  Lung cancer is the single largest killer among all cancers and a large part of it occurs because of tobacco use.
Is Cancer Preventable?

Cancer prevention is possible because the occurrence of most common cancers has been linked to risk factors that are within our control. More than 90% of oral cancer cases that occur are directly linked to tobacco use, something that can certainly be avoided. In fact, tobacco use is the single largest preventable cause of cancer in the world. There is also definitive evidence of an association between obesity and some cancers, such as those of breast in postmenopausal women, and cancer of the uterus and colon. Excessive alcohol use and potentially preventable infections such as Hepatitis B and HPV can cause cancer.  By making the right lifestyle choices, you can certainly decrease your risk of falling prey to cancer. The best part is that these same lifestyle measures also offer protection against cardiovascular diseases and should thus be looked upon as the keys to healthy and long life.
Steps you can take to prevent Cancer

• Quit tobacco in all forms, smoking as well as smokeless (pan, gutkha etc.).
• Have alcohol in moderation. Not more than 2 drinks a day for men or 1 for women.
• Adopt a physically active lifestyle. At least 30 minutes of exercise five days a week.
• Consume a healthy diet with limited red meat and saturated fat and more fiber
• Get vaccinated against hepatitis B.
• Protect yourself from HPV infection through safe sexual practices. Women may consider vaccination.
• Though skin cancer is rare, sunscreen is advised to protect skin from UV radiation.
• Avoid risk of occupational exposure to chemicals and radiation through taking necessary precautions.

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Kidney Transplantation - Must know facts

 Kidney Transplantation - Must know facts

Gifting on Valentine is common and common gifts include flowers, apparels, jewels and in some cases, costlier stuff.
On 14 February 2014, a wife witnessed a strange gift where, her husband “gifted” one of his kidneys to his wife. The 62-year old Richard Mach gave one of his kidneys to his ailing wife Joy Mach, who was experiencing kidney problems due to Crohn’s disease. This gift saved her from years of painful dialysis. Isn’t is wonderful to get a gift like this from your loved ones? Let’s take a closer look at kidney transplant.

What is a Kidney Transplant?

Kidneys are vital cogs of our urinary system. They are the natural filters of blood and help in removal of wastes. However, if kidneys fail to work, the only treatment option available maybe dialysis or transplant. Kidney transplantation is a procedure that places a healthy kidney in one’s body.  Kidney transplantation or dialysis is opted for when one’s kidney function typically drops below 20% (insufficient renal function).

Risks of Kidney Transplant

• Rejection of the new kidney (Transplant Rejection) – Happens when the receptor’s immune system mis-detects the new kidney as a foreign object.
• Infection
• Failure of the donor kidney – This arises when the donor kidney fails to function within the new person.
• Blood clots in the arteries

Benefits of Kidney Transplant:

For people with severe chronic kidney disease, kidney transplant may be a better treatment, since survival rates are better than dialysis. It is also less costly than long-term dialysis treatments as it eliminates the need for dialysis. Patients who opt for transplants enjoy healthier life than those who undergo regular dialysis.

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Health Tips in Urdu : Cough and its Remedies

Health Tips in Urdu : Cough and its Remedies

Health Tips in Urdu: کھانسی کا علاج 

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Stomach Acidity Treatment In Urdu

Treatment of Stomach Acidity:

Our stomach produces acid to digest the food that we eat. This is a regular and natural process. Whenever we eat, cells within the lining of the stomach pump acid to liquefy your sumptuous dinner, from mash potatoes to a slab of steak.

Problem occurs when these cells produce large amount of acid, more than your stomach needs. When this happens, you will suffer from stomach acidity. You would know if you were suffering from stomach acidity if you feel a burning sensation just above the stomach, or right below (the hollow part) your breastbone. This is the most classic sign of acidity.

Stomach Acidity(tezabiat) Treatment In Urdu Tezabiat ka ilaj

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Arq Un Nisa sciatica ka Ilaj by Tib e Nabviعرق النساﺀ

What Is Arq Un Nissa? Sciatica is pain in the lower extremity resulting from irritation of the sciatic nerve. The pain of sciatica is typically felt from the low back (lumbar area) to behind the thigh and radiating down below the knee. The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the body and begins from nerve roots in the lumbar spinal cord in the low back and extends through the buttock area to send nerve endings down the lower limb. The pain of sciatica is sometimes referred to as sciatic nerve pain. Arq Un Nisa (sciatica) ka Ilaj

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How Hepatitis C transmitted in Urdu

How Hepatitis C Is -- and Isn't -- Spread

Hepatitis C is spread only through exposure to an infected person's blood. It cannot be spread through:

• Coughing
• Sneezing
• Hugging
• Kissing
• Breastfeeding (unless nipples are cracked or bleeding)
• Sharing utensils or glasses
• Casual contact
• Sharing food and water

However, hepatitis C can be spread through blood. So follow these common precautions:

• Don't share razors, toothbrushes, nail clippers, or anything else that could have your blood on it. Cover any open wounds or sores with bandages.
• Carefully dispose of tampons, sanitary napkins, tissues, used bandages, and anything else that might have your blood on it.
• If you're using injected street drugs, get into a treatment program. At the very least, don't share needles or equipment with anyone else.
• Don't donate blood, organs, tissue, or semen. webmd.com

 Hepatitis kis taraha pehlata hai aur kis taraha nhi pehlata Read in Urdu Here.

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Secret Causes of Headache in Urdu

Headaches can often be more than a pain, making it hard to concentrate on anything but the pounding, throbbing, or dull ache inside your head. What kind of headaches do you suffer from and what causes them? Read Them in Urdu Language.

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Protect yourself from Cancer by Breastfeeding

Bachon ko apna doodh phelane wali maa mae cancer ka khatra kam ho jata hai. Breastmilk
Breast milk is the best food for your baby. Breastfeed your baby is one of the best things you can do for your development. However, breastfeeding is not easy for some moms. Breastfeeding your baby requires a learning process that lasts for weeks and sometimes can be difficult. During this period there may be several obstacles .

The Risk of Heart Attack

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How Lungs Works in Urdu

 

You breathe in and out anywhere from 15 to 25 times per minute without even thinking about it -- it just happens naturally.
How Your Lungs Work. Your lungs make oxygen available to your body and remove other gases, such as carbon dioxide, from your body.

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The Risk of Heart Attack

Heart attack is the death of a segment of heart muscle caused by the loss of blood supply. The blood supply is usually lost because a coronary artery, one that supplies blood to the heart muscle, has a blood clot, a blockage (coronary thrombosis). If some of the heart muscle dies, the patient experiences chest pain and electrical instability of the heart muscle tissue.

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Benefits of Vitamin E in Winter

Vitamin E is a vitamin that dissolves in fat. It is found in many foods including vegetable oils, cereals, meat, poultry, eggs, fruits, vegetables, and wheat germ oil. It is also available as a supplement.
Vitamin E is used for treating vitamin E deficiency, which is rare, but can occur in people with certain genetic disorders and in very low-weight premature infants.

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Nazla Zukam Khansi Ka Desi Ilaj 

 

 nazla zukam ka ilaj in urdu
Colds usually begin abruptly with a sore throat followed by these common cold symptoms:

• Clear, watery nasal drainage 
• Sneezing
• Fatigue
• Cough

Usually, there is no fever with the common cold. In fact, fever and more severe symptoms may indicate that you have the flu or a bacteria infection and not a cold.
For the first few days of a cold, your nose drips with watery nasal secretions. Later, these secretions may become thicker and darker.
The common cold is an ailment that affects us not just during the winter, but also at other times of the year and it can be quite a draining experience. There are a few natural remedies that you can use as soon as you feel a bout of flu or cough coming on so that you do not suffer too much.

Ais wazifay ko parhen InshaAllah daimi nazla sa nijat milay gi aur ye amal Naak kay dard kay liay b mufeed hai.

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Early pregnancy symptoms

Early pregnancy symptoms

The early pregnancy is an exciting time for expectant mothers. A pregnancy is divided into 3 sections, trimester. The 1st 3rd is referred to as early pregnancy. In these 1st 12 weeks of a woman’s body produces true excellence. The clearest signal for an early pregnancy is of course the absence of the rule. Sets not a menstruation, may by a early pregnancy test already proved relatively safe pregnancy from the pharmacy. A confirmation of this exciting news gives the expectant mother finally the doctor.

Signs of early pregnancy

Many pregnant women notice even before you miss your period, that her body is something “different“, but it can not define exactly. The breasts tighten, the skin is changing and constantly makes you feel so tired. A strange mood change takes place. With a planned pregnancy, these are good harbingers for a positive test. With unplanned pregnancies, this will only become aware of expectant mothers right after the definitive diagnosis of the gynecologist. This can already find in the 6th to 7th week of pregnancy to the baby’s heartbeat through an ultrasound. For in the 1st weeks of pregnancy develop in the embryo already many organs, such as so too does the heart.
If you are taking medication regularly, now is the right time to consult your doctor to prevent possible damage to the embryo by side effects. Almost all pregnant women Gynecologists recommend for optimal development of the baby now folic acid to take if you have not started already at a planned pregnancy in advance with it.

Early pregnancy symptoms

Already in early pregnancy women feel in their bodies the true chaos. Suddenly occur symptoms and complaints that they did not know before. While some women suffer little or no lower, it hits other harder. Typical early pregnancy symptoms include.
1.   An incredible tiredness comes over the pregnant woman. This can range from mild fatigue to the feeling of falling asleep at the wheel while driving, vary. The little child deprives the mother is already a lot of energy, her body is working at full speed. Plenty of rest and relaxation are now on the program. The best way to listen to your body and indulges him as much breaks as possible using everyday.

2.   Not only in the morning, but also for lunch and dinner the pregnant woman can easily be bad and there may even be vomiting on the agenda. Take small meals 5 or 6 times a day to himself. Drink herb tea and chamomile tea. For a large proportion of pregnant women, these symptoms give after the end of early pregnancy, i.e after the 3rd month.
3.   An unpleasant pulling in the abdomen, sometimes associated with back pain, often occurs in early pregnancy. The embryo implanted on and the uterus enlarges. Everything is stretched, If you are uncertain, contact your Gynecologist. It can be possible complications, such as an Ectopic pregnancy ruled out.
4.   Suddenly, a pregnant woman can no longer smell the scent of her favorite perfume. The smoke a cigarette brings them almost ad Nauseam and the plonk at the butcher stand caused her nausea. The senses are sharpened and a pregnant women take much true what was unnoticed and in order before.
5.   Feeling of tension in the breasts, Due to the increasing estrogen production in the body of the pregnant woman, often stretch the breasts or slightly larger.
6.   In about a quarter of pregnant women occurs in early pregnancy bleeding. This can take place in the period in which normally the rule had taken place. Of course not mean any bleeding right away that it to a premature baby comes. Nevertheless, an immediate medical examination and probably much bed rest is necessary.

Period after early pregnancy

If the early pregnancy is over, After the turbulent period of the early pregnancy second trimester begins. Most women will still indulged in this time of pregnancy a little more well being before the last trimester of grueling final sprint begins.

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Care in pregnancy

Care in pregnancy

The altered physical stress during pregnancy are often difficult for the expectant mother. With some little tricks it is possible to alleviate the inconvenience. Women who deal consciously with the changed situation, will feel right at home with baby bump in their body and have it after the birth easier to regain your old figure.

Care in pregnancy

In pregnancy, a woman’s body changes. Not only the belly is growing steadily, and the whole organism adapts to the changing situation and the needs of the baby. For the body of the mother, this means a huge burden. Despite the stress, the expectant mother can feel completely at ease in her body when she gets involved with the new body feeling and following a few tips for care in pregnancy.

Abdomen care in pregnancy

At the heart of every pregnancy is the belly. The skin is by estrogens, although elastic, special care for the prevention of cracks and stretch marks but is essential. Use daily after showering a mild oil that you rub gently into the skin of the abdomen. Carefully massage with soft hands through to make the skin supple and spread the oil circular.

Facial care in pregnancy

The facial skin of expectant mothers is more sensitive during pregnancy. Often, the positive effects can disappear blemishes and give it a fresh complexion. But the opposite may be the case or the skin can be very dry. Use during pregnancy only very mild pH neutral cleansing lotions and not alcoholic face water, which can dry out the skin.

Hair care in pregnancy

Also the hair is exposed to the hormonal changes during pregnancy a special stress test. Very often pregnant women suffer under highly greasy hair who even act brittle and sit bad. It is also possible that the hair supple, dense and full of functions as before. In any case, you should look for hair care use only mild shampoos and conditioners and not too hot or even do not blow dry times.

Exercise in pregnancy

During pregnancy, a lot of sports should be driven course not excessive, but appropriate gymnastic exercises do mind and body good. Light exercises that indeed claim the body, but not impoverish him unnecessarily, are just right for pregnant women. The exercises can be at home, to be conducted at a special pregnancy gymnastics or even in the water as water aerobics. Enter your body feeling good and avoid unnecessary fat deposits in the problem areas.

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Healthy pregnancy

Healthy pregnancy

Pregnancy is not a disease and therefore applies in principle. What a woman usually does well and is healthy, is usually in the pregnancy right for them. But what helps to cope with cravings or nausea? During pregnancy you should be good care of yourself physically and psychologically. Your chances of an uncomplicated pregnancy and a healthy baby will grow if you follow a few healthy pregnancy rules. So we write some healthy pregnancy tips and healthy pregnancy tips in Urdu for moms. By these pregnancy tips you can got step up for healthy baby.

Healthy pregnancy tips

1.   Take care of in a timely fashion antenatal classes, pregnancy exercise, the place of birth and a midwife. A good birth preparation is helpful for your child’s health. If you are an early opt for a midwife, you have enough time to build a relationship of trust.
2.   Even if you do not necessarily need to eat more during pregnancy, it is important to a balanced and healthy diet. Many women no longer certain foods suddenly like, but it is always possible to replace them with others who have an equivalent nutritional value.
3.   Make sure that your diet plan daily vegetable and fruit contains and that you daily carbohydrates (preferably whole grains), proteins (e.g fish, meat, eggs, nuts or legumes), milk and dairy products to take. But Also look at the calories, especially some fruits (grapes) and nuts contain a lot.
4. .   Folic acid is the only nutritional supplement that could be described as vital in pregnancy. It prevents an open back, called Spina Bifida and other malformations of the nerves in the baby. Women who want children should also take Folic acid. In the pharmacies there are a number of preparations that are precisely tailored to the needs of pregnancy. For, unfortunately, is Folic acid a very unstable substance, which can not be absorbed in sufficient quantity with normal food.
Other important nutrients for your health and your baby are iron and calcium that you record at normal diet. If you do not like fish, there are alternative vitamin supplements with fish oil. These include preparations that contain Vitamin A1 or Retinol.
5.   Regular exercise gives you the strength and stamina you will need to carry the extra weight and better manage the stress during childbirth. You can more quickly reclaim your old figure also so after birth. Exercise also increases your good mood and helps the pregnancy blues you to keep away.
More recent studies have shown that physical activity your serotonin levels, a neurotransmitter on which it depends your mood. If you exercise regularly, then you should continue with it as long as possible in pregnancy. Unless your sport involves many risks of injury. Gentle recreational sports such as walking , swimming, water aerobics and yoga are more suitable for healthy pregnancy.

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Stretch marks in pregnancy

Stretch marks in pregnancy 

 

 Pregnancy alters the women not only by nature but also physically, there are some changes. On the ever growing belly, you can get used to pretty quickly. The baby grow up in the belly to feel is something very special for many mothers and fathers. If it were not for the vexing issue of stretch marks. But you can prevent stretch marks.

Ever at the start I can tell you that it depends, unfortunately, much of the assessment as to whether you get stretch marks or not. If you have a weak connective tissue, the chance of stretch marks is greater than in women with a tight connective tissue. Stretch marks usually appear on the abdomen, chest, hips and thighs. These zones should be therefore particularly concerned with your care. But nevertheless you can prevent stretch marks with our stretch marks in pregnancy tips.

Stretch marks treatment

1.   Even with proper diet can help prevent stretch marks. You should eat a balanced diet and healthy. These include proteins, zinc and vitamins A, C and E. Zinc can be found in shellfish, nuts and dairy products. Zinc is an important element to help with skin problems.
2.   If you want to prevent stretch marks, should have significantly more drinking during pregnancy. You do with your skin what good and also your unborn child. The normal daily fluid intake of 2 to 3 liters should increase to 4 liters.
3.   Contrast showers 3 times a week you should alternate abdomen, chest and thighs 5 times with cold and then rinse off with warm water. Brush massage also good for blood circulation are gentle brush massages. Circling do this with a soft brush the stressed point.
4.   It is particularly important is the places where the stretch marks occur most frequently to massage 2 to 3 times daily. So that you can start early. From about the 3rd month you should start to all cases with it. There are 2 different types of massages. In both versions, you should use an oil that quality ingredients and natural plant oils contains.
a.  Plucking massage this method of massage is probably the most effective. The skin is pulled up and rolled between thumb and forefinger. Use this really oil. This is more effective than cream. This is usually already moved before the massage begins to act.
b.  Oil massage this massage abdomen, chest and thighs are massaged in a circular motion.
5.   If you get stretch marks despite the tips, it may be due to your eventual flaccid connective tissue. Do not make yourself crazy. Most stretch marks disappear after birth quickly or fade so strong that these are only slightly visible.

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Allergy causes and symptoms

An allergy is a hypersensitivity of the body to foreign substances. Our defense system (immune system) can usually distinguish between harmless substances, such as foods and hazardous substances, foreign bodies or pathogens. This distinction is necessary in order to combat these dangerous substances and can be rendered harmless. The immune system of some people, however, tends in an excess to be sensitive to certain substances and also even in part harmless for the body substances. That is, even harmless substances such as pollen, are held for a foreign body and trigger an immune response.

Causing

The allergy causing substances are called allergens. In a first contact with these allergens there is no allergic reaction, but the body makes antibodies (repellents) and long lived, so called memory cells against the allergen. With a new contact, it therefore comes to an allergic reaction.
Approx. 80 percent of all allergic reactions take place in the skin or mucous membranes, as this takes place, the main contact with the allergy causing substances.
In developed countries, an increase in allergies can be observed. It makes it especially the increasing use of medication, an increasing “Chemicalization” our environment and Mucosal damage caused by air pollution is responsible. In principle, any substance cause allergic reactions, but it is most commonly caused by.
1.  Bee Pollen
2.  Foods (e.g nuts or strawberries)
3.  Creams or ointments
4.  Venoms (e.g bee or wasp stings)
5.  Drugs

Symptoms

The allergic reaction usually starts with itchy skin rashes, in the further course of swelling of the skin can develop. During inhalation of allergy causing substances, especially of pollen, mourn the victims the typical allergy symptoms that occur with hay fever the watering eyes and a runny nose, it can even lead to asthma symptoms.
A special form of allergic reaction is hives. It is an allergic skin reaction with the formation of itchy skin welts. The cause is usually unknown, very common triggers are food additives such as preservatives, colorings or flavor enhancers. But all other things such as local cold, pressure on the skin or sun can trigger hives. Within a few minutes form of different sizes, usually reddish skin wheals (similar to those after nettle contact), the itchy. The wheals form of self within hours or days in full.

Treatment

Is a known allergy, you should avoid the triggering substances. If, in the course of an allergic reaction to a shortness of breath caused by swelling of the mucous membrane in the mouth and throat, a doctor must be informed immediately.
The itching of the skin can be alleviated for example by cold compresses with water or vinegar water (1 tablespoon of vinegar to 1 quart of water).
The information provides only a brief description of the allergy disease, which does not claim to be complete. It should not be a basis to even recognize or treat a disease. If the allergy symptoms that described occur in your area, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

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Headache (Sir Dard) #Learn Dispensing

Headache

About 90% of people with headaches suffer from migraines or tension headaches. Both types are not a consequence of other diseases, but the headaches are the disease itself These types of headaches are not dangerous, but can severely limit the quality of life of those affected.

Causes

Headaches can have many different causes and not infrequently also no reason for the complaints is found. The pain itself is caused by an irritation of the nerves in the head area. Thereby probably also the length of the blood vessels in the head plays a role.

Symptoms

Depending on the cause of headaches are described as pulsating, dull, oppressive, drilling, hammering or stabbing. You can either unilateral or bilateral. From chronic headaches is when they occur more than 15 days per month or more than 180 days a year.

Types

Depending on whether the headaches occur along with other symptoms, or they are triggered by certain situations, stuck very different diseases behind it.
1.  One of the most common types of headache is the tension headache. He usually begins in the neck, extends over the entire head and pulls up to the forehead region. Not infrequently he is accompanied by a strain of the neck muscles. Sufferers describe the pain, “as if a helmet on the head presses” or a “band was tied around the head.” Inducing effect often stress or prolonged activity, which leads to tension in the neck muscles.
2.  When migraine is paroxysmal Headache attacks that cause usually unilateral pain. Not infrequently migraine attacks of nausea, light and noise sensitivity are accompanied.

3.  If taken regularly, high doses of painkillers for years, then a drug induced headache developed as a result of an addiction to painkillers. Sufferers describe a diffuse, dull, oppressive chronic headache.
4.  Are the headaches localized especially in the forehead and increase the pain in head tilt, it must be given to a sinus infection.
5.  Headaches can also occur suddenly severely elevated blood pressure. Attacks occurring like facial pain, etc. For headaches, radiating from the neck, should be considered a change in the cervical spine. Even brain tumors may be associated with headache.

Treatment

1.  Often, rest, relaxation, fresh air and nicotine waiver helps. Cold or heat on forehead or neck have a soothing effect.
2.  When Tension headache peppermint oil is a proven remedy a few drops are rubbed several times at intervals of about 15 minutes on the forehead and temples.
3.  An incipient migraine can sometimes be interrupted by a hot shower. You should let the hot jet circling between the neck and hairline extensively.
4.  Morning headaches are often caused by low blood pressure. Cold, hot showers or endurance sports stimulate the circulation. Strong coffee or espresso promote brain blood circulation and can ease the headache.
5.  To avoid habituation, painkillers should not take longer than 3 days you. Sudden, violent headaches are an alarm signal, in this case, a doctor should be consulted.
The information provides only a brief description of the disease, which does not claim to be complete. It should not be a basis to even recognize or treat a disease. If the symptoms described occur in your area, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

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