Itchy eyes can become worse during the end of the pregnancy. Itchiness of the eyes during the 37th week of pregnancy can become bothersome that they cause interruption of regular daily activities and sleep. Oftentimes, this condition becomes worse if not properly treated and can result to infection. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHpnXifnxKY”] The hormone levels fluctuate during […]
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The gums are important to overall oral health. The gums are composed of firm, pink tissue that covers the bones of the jaw which is thick, fibrous and full of blood vessels. Swollen gums protrude or bulge out. In most cases, the swelling starts when the gums start to hide some areas of the teeth
Bee stings can be deadly if the person is allergic to the venom. If any member of the family is allergic to bee stings and gets stung, remove the stinger and seek medical help immediately. [youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AoqMjqbImG0″] Sting of bees triggers reactions that range from mild pain and discomfort to severe allergic reactions. A person
Hypothermia is a dangerous drop in the temperature of the body that is usually caused by prolonged exposure to cold temperatures. The risk of cold exposure increases during the winter months. Normal temperature of the body is 98.6 degrees but with hypothermia, the temperature drops below 95 degrees. In severe hypothermia, the temperature of the
Edema is the accumulation of fluid in the tissues of the body which causes swelling of the legs, hands, feet and other parts of the body. Fluid builds up in the tissues when there is leakage from the capillaries caused by injuries, excess pressure or the levels of albumin are reduced. Edema can also happen
Nose bleeds are also known as epistaxis in which the inner part of the nose has plenty of tiny blood vessels and it is one of the most sensitive parts of the body. When these vessels are disturbed, blood will begin flowing coming from the nostril or both the nostrils. Bleeding from the nostril can
Knee pain can be due to any weakening condition that can affect daily movements of the individual. Some individuals can walk on flat surfaces without any knee pain, but eventually when climbing stairs, the pain can be felt. It is a frustrating condition especially for people who have to climb stairs in their houses. [youtube
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Many people suffer from low back pain due to exercise, work, excessive standing or chronic conditions. The lower vertebra or lumbar area is prone to muscle exhaustion and pain. If suffering from back pain during sleep, having a good mattress and pillows is vital in order to maintain a supportive sleeping posture for good sleep
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The area found around the eyes is filled with soft tissue that functions in protecting and supporting the eyeball within the socket of the skull. The area under the eye can sometimes become enlarged and looks like bags under the eyes and this can be a symptom of some underlying condition and needs to be
Lactic acid accumulation will cause soreness in the muscles after a workout. Lactic acid is a waste product of the conversion of glycogen into energy which accumulates in the body when there is a reduced level of oxygen. This happens while performing anaerobic exercises such as weightlifting or sprints, vigorous exercises or overexerting aerobic exercises.
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