Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms When to See a Healthcare Provider Prevention Airborne allergies are the allergies that occur when yourimmune systemhas an overreaction to an airborne allergen (aeroallergen). Anallergenis a substance (usually a protein) that isn’t harmful in itself but in some people it causes sneezing, itching, and other allergy symptoms. Examples of common airborne allergens are spores or pollen that circulate in the air....

Chemotherapy medications have the potential of causing many side effects, one of them being dry skin. Dry skin occurs when the layers of the skin lose essential oils and moisture.Chemotherapydrugs like fluorouracil (5-FU) can cause theskin to become dry and cracked.If the skin is significantly dry, there may even be bleeding between the lines of skin covering joints such as the knuckles or elbows. This article will review ways to prevent or manage dry skin from chemotherapy, and instances of when to notify the healthcare provider....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOsteopenia Self-CarePreventing FallsOsteopenia Medications Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Osteopenia Self-Care Preventing Falls Osteopenia Medications Anosteopeniadiagnosis means that you’ve lost bone mineral density but your bones haven’t weakened enough for you to haveosteoporosis. Still, it is a risk factor for bone fractures and, without treatment, will progress to the osteoporosis stage. People with osteopenia should work bone health into their diet and lifestyle routines....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentComplications Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Complications An ingrown eyelash (trichiasis) is a common eye problem that causes eyelashes to grow abnormally. Instead of growing out, ingrown eyelashes grow inward toward the eye. Since eyelashes are usually very coarse, trichiasis can feel like a needle poking into your eye and may cause pain and irritation. If an ingrown eyelash is not treated, it can even damage your eye....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesPreventionSelf-Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Prevention Self-Care Bed sores can be prevented with techniques like frequent repositioning and having your loved one lay on a special surface such as an egg-crate mattress. Check the person early and often for signs of developing bed sores and treat them as soon as they appear. Bed sores are also calledpressure ulcers. They are areas of damaged tissue that develop when pressure reduces the blood flow to specific parts of the body....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCan You Prevent Them?Prevention in the HospitalPrevention While Laying DownPrevention on MedicationOther Prevention MethodsStopping Them When They StartIf You Suspect a Blood Clot Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Can You Prevent Them? Prevention in the Hospital Prevention While Laying Down Prevention on Medication Other Prevention Methods Stopping Them When They Start If You Suspect a Blood Clot Blood clotsor thrombosis can happen to anyone, but there are some situations that increase the risk of blood clots....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPrevalenceTransmissionRecurrenceFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Prevalence Transmission Recurrence Frequently Asked Questions Clostridioides difficileinfection, often referred to asC. diff, is a bacterial infection in the digestive system. C. diffis a highly infectious bacterium that can cause a range of symptoms, most commonly diarrhea—or loose stools—cramping, indigestion, stomach upset, and bloating. C. diffinfections usually are transmitted through healthcare settings such as in hospitals and nursing facilities....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDisparitiesRisk FactorsPreventionContributing FactorsNext Steps Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Disparities Risk Factors Prevention Contributing Factors Next Steps Cardiovascular disease(CVD), also known as heart disease, is the leading cause of death worldwide.CVD includes conditions such ashypertension,stroke,peripheral artery disease, and more. Prevention is an important strategy to reduce death and suffering from CVD. It relies on managing risk factors and startingpreventive medicationsfor those with elevated risk....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDandruff and Hair LossStopping Hair LossRegrowing HairSigns It’s Not Improving Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Dandruff and Hair Loss Stopping Hair Loss Regrowing Hair Signs It’s Not Improving Scalp health problems associated with conditions such as dandruff andseborrheic dermatitismay lead to hair shedding. Dandruffis a common inflammatory condition that causes white to yellowish flaky scales on the scalp. On average, 50% of the population will get dandruff....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsExerciseBody MechanicsDon’t SmokeAvoid VibrationLose WeightDietAlternative TherapiesSurgery Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Exercise Body Mechanics Don’t Smoke Avoid Vibration Lose Weight Diet Alternative Therapies Surgery DDD is mostly an age-related process, so it can’t be prevented entirely. It develops as the shock-absorbing cushion (disc) between adjacent spinalvertebrae(spinal bones) deteriorates.DDD is usually the first event in a cascade of changes that may lead to arthritis and possible complications such asspinal stenosis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDiverticulitis DietLifestyle ChangesTreating Flare-UpsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Diverticulitis Diet Lifestyle Changes Treating Flare-Ups Frequently Asked Questions Diverticulosisanddiverticulitistogether are called diverticular disease. Diverticula are small outpouchings in the wall of the colon (large intestine). They’re thought to happen because the colon walls develop weak spots. The ultimate cause is not well understood, but it is now presumed to be from a combination of lifestyle factors, age, and genetics....

If you struggle withmouth breathinganddry mouthwhile using continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy forsleep apnea, there are several things you can do that will help. Different treatments can help improve nasal congestion that can lead to mouth breathing. Making adjustments to the CPAP device itself can also help. This article will discuss why mouth breathing is common in people who use CPAP and what can be done to fix this problem....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDry Skin and ShoweringOther Causes of Dry SkinRemedies and PreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Dry Skin and Showering Other Causes of Dry Skin Remedies and Prevention Frequently Asked Questions Hot showers may feel good, but they can also leave your body feeling dry and itchy. This is because hot water pulls moisture and oils from yourskin.Itching is a common reaction to showers, but if you notice your skin peeling or see a rash, it may be time to see adermatologist....