Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAppearanceSymptomsAt-Home TreatmentComplicationsHow Long Does It Last?PreventionWhen to Contact a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Appearance Symptoms At-Home Treatment Complications How Long Does It Last? Prevention When to Contact a Healthcare Provider A walk outside can turn painful if you come into contact with stinging nettle, a plant covered in fine hairs that irritate the skin. If you brush against the plant, the hairs release an acid into your skin, causing a stinging nettle rash that lasts for about a day....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention You might get a yeast infection on your face if you have a health condition that weakens your immune system or if you are using an antibiotic to treat another condition. Heat and humidity can also contribute to yeast overgrowth. Yeast infections typically require treatment. Home remedies as well as over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications can provide symptom relief....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRemediesAcid Reflux Throat PainComplicationsWhen to Seek Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Remedies Acid Reflux Throat Pain Complications When to Seek Medical Care Getting rid of acid reflux in the throat and associated pain might be easier than you think. Lifestyle changes along with medication can rapidly improve symptoms. Acid reflux occurs when your stomach contents, mostly digestive juices, backflow into your esophagus or throat....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsExercisesHome RemediesLifestyle TipsPrescriptionsHand TherapySurgery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Exercises Home Remedies Lifestyle Tips Prescriptions Hand Therapy Surgery Getting rid ofarthritispain and stiffness in your fingers can be accomplished in several ways: These methods won’t cure the condition, but they do help ease the symptoms of arthritis in the fingers. This article walks you through the various treatment options for finger arthritis and how each can help....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Not to Do Prevention When to Seek Care Jomkwan/ Getty Images Newborn hiccups usually last a few minutes and do not require medical intervention. If you’d like to help your little one get over them sooner, you can try some gentle measures. Use a Pacifier Change Position Usually, the best position to get rid of hiccups is being upright, whether that’s on your shoulder or sitting on your lap....

Key TakeawaysBlackheads are one of the most common forms of blemishes associated with acne that can occur on the face, nose, neck, back, and chest.Many things can cause blackheads to form, including increased oil production, hormones, and the presence of bacteria on the skin.To get rid of blackheads on the nose, experts recommend washing your face twice daily, using non-comedogenic skin care products, and avoiding squeezing blackheads. Key Takeaways Blackheads are one of the most common forms of blemishes associated with acne that can occur on the face, nose, neck, back, and chest....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFirst AidWhen to Drain a BlisterWhen to See a ProviderHome RemediesPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents First Aid When to Drain a Blister When to See a Provider Home Remedies Prevention A blister is a skin condition or sore in which fluid builds up between layers of the skin. Blisters commonly form when something rubs against the skin and causes damage. They are part of the immune and inflammatory systems' response of sending fluid with compounds to help with healing....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of AcneCauses of Body AcneOTC TreatmentsPrescriptionsLifestyleFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Acne Causes of Body Acne OTC Treatments Prescriptions Lifestyle Frequently Asked Questions Treating back and body acne is often a bit tougher than facial acne. For one, the logistics of rubbing a treatment cream on your own back is difficult. Secondly, body blemishes are often deep and stubborn....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTreatmentSelf-CareBeddingPreventionWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Treatment Self-Care Bedding Prevention When to See a Provider Body lice are tiny insects that live in clothing, bedding, and other fabrics. They feed on human blood and then return to the fabric to live and lay eggs. An infestation is generally associated with inadequate hygiene habits and can be treated with regular bathing and washing clothing and bedding in hot water....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are They?TreatmentPreventionWhen to See a ProviderFAQs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are They? Treatment Prevention When to See a Provider FAQs You may be able to get rid ofcalluseson your feet with natural remedies. You also can consider the underlying causes of calluses on the hands and feet, which may help prevent them. For stubborn calluses, you may need to visit apodiatrist, a medical specialist that diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet and lower legs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptoms and CausesHome RemediesOTC TreatmentsPrescriptionsWhen to See a Dentist Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms and Causes Home Remedies OTC Treatments Prescriptions When to See a Dentist Canker sores are small mouth ulcers that usually form on the gums. Knowing how to get rid ofcanker soreswith home remedies and over-the-counter treatments can limit pain and discomfort. Also calledaphthousulcers, canker sores may clear up within a few days, but several treatments can speed up healing, including:...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Causes Chapped Lips?At-Home TreatmentsPersistent Chapped LipsPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Causes Chapped Lips? At-Home Treatments Persistent Chapped Lips Prevention Chapped lips(chelitis) can be annoying and painful and can sometimes cause bleeding. Most people deal with chapped lips at various points throughout the year. This article covers how to treat and prevent dry, chapped lips and when to see a healthcare provider....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHome RemediesWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Home Remedies When to See a Provider Home remedies for getting rid of chest pain may be effective if the pain is the result of a minor medical problem, such as heartburn. Sometimes, chest pain is a sign of something more serious like aheart attack. Heart problems require emergency medical attention....