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The skin condition eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, normally manifests itself before the age of five. Babies with eczema typically have rashes on their face and scalp, which may spread to the limbs and chest. After the age of one, eczema often appears in skin folds, such as the inside of the elbows, behind the knees and around the wrists and ankles. An eczema rash tends to be dry, thick patches of skin, often alongside tiny red bumps that sometimes ooze pus. It is extremely itchy, which can cause great discomfort to infants.
Prefabricated fireplaces can turn plain living rooms into showplaces. Without proper fireplace insulation and sealing, however, those showplaces may become very drafty in the winter when air rushes in through small openings around gas lines, underneath cantilevers and at unsealed corners. Safe fireplace installation requires about 2 inches of empty space between the outside of the prefabricated fireplace and any combustible materials (such as batt insulation). While you cannot insulate a prefabricated fireplace directly, you can stop drafts by insulating the structure surrounding the fireplace.
Hot spots, moist dermatitis and eczema are different names for the same skin condition in dogs. The ailment develops as small, irritated, red and moist lesions. They grow quickly as a dog bites, licks and scratches them trying to find relief from the irritation. Such lesions develop most often on the chest, head or hips.
Photographs have a tendency to become damaged over the years. Taping and shifting around in boxes creates marks and scratches over time that are distracting and, of course, permanent. Fortunately, modern software, such as Adobe Photoshop, allows you to repair damaged photographs after they have been scanned into your computer.
Hive beetles are tiny, hard-shelled, invading insects that often choose honeybee hives in which to reproduce. As a result, they cause severe damage to the honeycomb that the bees rely on for storing their honey supply. The beetles also defecate and contaminate the honey, causing it to ferment. The fermented honey is then rejected by the bees as a food source. Hive beetles are capable of killing off entire hives of bees and reducing local bee populations by as much as 50 percent. Dirt in the form of diatomaceous earth can be used to kill the larvae of the beetles,…
Children with atopic dermatitis, or eczema, often display a red, itchy rash that may be triggered by dry skin, stress, heat, infections and allergens. Pollen, pet dander and food are allergens that can trigger eczema. Dogs that are recommended for children with eczema are single-coated, hairless and low-shedding; however, even with this kind of dog you must continue to groom and bathe the dog frequently outside of the home to remove dander and loose hair. Also, vacuum to remove any dander that does enter your home, and keep your dog off beds, couches and rugs where your child plays.
“When in doubt, use duct tape” is a motto many people live by. The strong tape is designed to adhere strongly to almost any surface, including wood. This means a tough residue is left behind when the tape is removed. Clean the unsightly duct tape residue from your wood walls, furniture and other items without damaging the piece. Use inexpensive products found at a grocery, hardware or home improvement store.
Ginkgo trees have bright green, fan-shaped leaves for a visually interesting addition to the garden or landscape. Suited for urban environments, the ginkgo tree tolerates pollution and other urban stresses well. Grow ginkgo from seed to start your own tree, but handle the seed carefully. Ginkgo seed coats contains chemicals that can cause severe skin rash. Wear rubber gloves, protective clothing and protective eye wear when you handle the seeds. It may seem like a lot of precaution for a small seed collection, but ginkgo fruit is toxic and you don't want to take any chances.
Bee skep hives have housed bees from ancient times. The skeps came in a wide range of sizes from small, 10-inch diameter hives to hives with a 2-foot diameter. Most skeps are dome-shaped and round. This shape mimics the natural contours of a hollow log, one of the favorite homes of wild bees. Some artisans weave skeps like baskets and cover the outside with morter, mud or even dung. Traditional bee skep hives use wound ropes made from straw and split cane.
The Hogue Company manufactures several different grips that can be installed on various handguns. These grips feature a finger groove design for optimal gun handling and grip and to reduce slipping while you fire your gun. If the gun has a finger groove grip and you want to remove it for repair or replacement, you will need a few small hand tools and a few minutes to do the job.
Gummy hand oils are a common problem in kitchen areas, especially on cupboards where residue-covered hands are constantly opening and closing the cabinets. To remove the oily residue, use a cleaning solution safe for any cupboard surface. Avoid the chemically based cleaning products on the market and instead make your own cleaning solution from natural ingredients.
A callus is a thick, hardened layer of skin that has developed as a means of protecting itself from continuous friction or pressure. Gardening, or playing certain instruments or sports are examples of how a callus may form on the fingers. Although calluses are a natural form of defense, they can be uncomfortable and unattractive. Calluses can be removed at home; however, they will re-form if the activity that caused the callus is continued.
Periungual warts, which are caused by the human papilloma virus, or HPV, develop near or underneath fingernails and toenails. While such warts are small at first, they grow over time and can eventually take root under your nail. If not properly treated, warts near nails can destroy the nail bed, causing the nail to fall off. Physicians can offer several remedies, or you can perform certain techniques at home to cure this problem or prevent it from worsening.
Warts in canines can be caused by allergic reactions to medications and environmental elements but are most often cause by a papilloma virus. This type of virus is common in dogs with a weak immune system. The warts will often go away on their own, but there are thing you can do to speed up the process and keep them from coming back. Be sure to take your dog to the veterinarian to find out if it is something more serious before starting any type of treatment.
Bees create honeycombs to hold not only honey, but larvae. The honeycomb serves as a nest as well as home to the Queen bee. Bees often create flat honeycombs in between walls, inside chimneys and in other areas of your home. This poses a threat of being stung by bees. Another problem is leaking honey, which can create stains on any surface it touches. In addition, wax inside the combs can melt when exposed to hot temperatures. You can remove these flat honeycombs by taking certain safety precautions and following a few steps.
Bumble bees, like their cousins the honey bees, live in colonies or "hives." However, unlike their cousins, bumble bee hives are usually much smaller and are not oriented for producing honey. Rather, the hive can be found in underground burrows and even abandoned mouse holes. Bumble bees make a helpful addition to a garden, and having a hive nearby ensures that the entire garden is pollinated.
Finding growths and other bumps and lumps on your dog's face isn't necessarily cause for alarm. Facial warts occur in both grown dogs and puppies and are usually harmless. If you're afraid that a growth may be something other than a wart, such as a tumor, consult a veterinarian for advice. He can inspect your dog and provide an individualized course of treatment.
Caused by the human papilloma virus, warts can appear anywhere on the skin, at any time. These unwanted growths carry no risk of cancer, but can spread rapidly from one area of the body to another and from person to person. Cryotherapy, or freezing is a common wart removal method.
Feline hives are a common ailment occurring in approximately 15 percent of cats. The hives are usually caused from various allergens found at home or in your own backyard. Simple topical treatments or special medication can be prescribed to resolve the problem. Observe your cat's activities carefully to remove the allergens and watch as its itchy hives disappear.
Most people have experienced a callus at some point. These raised bumps are sometimes painful, and protecting them can be difficult. A painful callus on an area of the body that is used often, such as your hands, can present a significant problem for day to day life. Duct tape provides a quick solution to help a painful callus.
Welts, or hives, are raised areas with fluid buildup under the skin's surface that are often red and sometimes itchy. Welts are commonly caused by insect bites, allergic reactions or infections and can present as a rash, blotch or pimple-like mark anywhere on the body. The welt marks can suddenly show up and disappear as the skin's reaction waxes and wanes. Welts can often be treated privately in the home using several methods of elimination.
Even if your hair and clothes look good, your overall appearance will be less than appealing if you have dry, flaky elbows. If your elbows are flaking, they may also become painful to touch due to cracks in the skin. Elbows can begin to flake from simple dry skin or from more chronic conditions such as psoriasis or eczema. You can treat dry, flaking elbows through a variety of methods.
Hives are itchy red welts that affect people of all ages. Hives fall into two categories: urticaria are red welts that appear on top of the skin while angioedema is swelling that begins under the skin. The swelling stretches and reddens the skin above. Both forms of hives have a variety of causes.
Molluscum contagiosum is a common viral infection of the skin that results in a series of firm, wartlike bumps across the affected area of the body. Molluscum is spread through direct person-to person contact and by coming in contact with contaminated personal items. Although untreated molluscum will eventually resolve on its own, treatment is typically recommended to stop the spread of the infection to other parts of the body and to others.
Everybody burps. Burping expels air or other gases from the stomach through the mouth. Foul-smelling odors that are a result of burping can indicate a problem in the digestive system. They can also be caused by certain foods. Observation of eating habits and/or any other health issues can lead to prevention of foul-smelling burps.
Molluscum, a viral infection of the skin, generally affects children. However, adult infections are not uncommon. Symptoms of the virus include small lesions that look like bumps; the bumps have a dimple in the middle. These lesions are generally painless and disappear within a year on their own, but are highly contagious and will spread if they're scratched or damaged. There are several treatments to help the lesions heal sooner than they might if left untreated; some can be done on your own and some require a physician.
Dyshidrotic eczema is a form of dermatitis that affects the hands and feet. This form of eczema is most common in women and tends to flare up at different times throughout the year. It may be caused by sensitive skin or an allergic reaction to materials, such as detergent, scouring powder, cleaning chemicals and acidic fruits and vegetables. Wearing waterproof gloves, keeping skin dry and avoiding harsh chemicals are preventative measures.
Keflex is an antibiotic drug that's prescribed for treating infections and bacteria in the body. Though most commonly prescribed for respiratory infections, Keflex can also be prescribed for skin conditions caused by an infection or by bacteria, such as acne. It's important that you talk to your doctor and that you get a complete evaluation before taking Keflex for exfoliation purposes, because it could interact with other drugs or cause allergic reactions based on your unique condition.
Eczema is a type of atopic dermatitis that results in red, irritated skin that may ooze and crust over causing the skin to appear scaly, according to the Australasian College of Dermatologists. Eczema of the fingernails occurs under and around the nail beds and occurs when the skin becomes irritated or is exposed to chronic moisture, such as when a child repeatedly sucks his thumb. There are several ways to treat nail eczema to clear up the unwanted redness and irritation.
Eczema is a skin condition found most often in children under the age of five that includes dry, reddened skin. Often the spots of redness are accompanied by an itching or burning sensation and may progress into areas of scaly patches, blisters, or even lesions. Adults may also have eczema though it is rare. The overall cause is unknown but genetic and environmental factors can cause outbreaks, or "flare ups." Currently, there is no cure for Eczema but treatments for the symptoms are available.
Allergic rhinitis, more commonly known as hay fever, occurs when you inhale an allergen such as pollen, dust or animal dander. Hay fever is characterized by flu- or cold-like symptoms such as watery eyes, nasal congestion and sneezing, and is experienced by about 15 per cent of people living in industrialized countries. Treatment can include over-the-counter medication, alternative medicine and home-made remedies.
Warts are the product of a human papilloma virus (HPV) infection living in the skin. Blood cells, which the virus feeds off of, keep it alive and make its removal difficult, time consuming and sometimes painful depending upon the removal process. Types of warts include common, flat, genital and plantar. All warts, regardless of type, are the result of the HPV virus. Methods for removing warts vary greatly not only in technique but in the length of time it takes until the wart is gone. However, some methods work faster than others.
If you discover flat warts anywhere on your body -- usually occurring in clusters -- do not panic. They are benign and most of the time they will disappear by themselves as your own immune system fights against them. Sometimes however, aparticularly in children, the aged, or anyone with a compromised immune system, HPV (human papilloma virus), which causes these types of warts, will not go away on its own. Rather than wasting money on harsh over-the-counter products, you can use almost anything you have in your pantry that is acidic. With perseverance, the warts will disappear if kept in…
Hives are raised, red bumps or patches or welts that appear on the surface of the skin when your body releases histamine into your bloodstream (See References 1 and 2). Triggers include allergic reactions to foods, medications and other allergens; environmental factors, such sunlight or extreme heat; some illnesses and infections; and stress (See References 1 and 2). Hives are itchy but may burn or sting and can last from several hours to several days or weeks (See References 2 and 3). Mild hives often will clear up on their own, but treatment and at-home remedies can relieve itching, swelling…
Molluscum contagiosum is a virus that is commonly thought of as a sexually transmitted disease. Although it can be spread through sexual contact, most cases of molluscum are transmitted by skin-to-skin contact such as a handshake. Molluscum causes small, pink, fleshy bumps at the point of the infection. Most people get around 10 to 20 bumps at a time. Molluscum is often mistaken for herpes or genital warts if it appears on the genitals.
Adhesive bandages come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes and can be used to cover small paper cuts or deep lacerations. While the bandages themselves are quite useful, removing them once they have served their purpose -- can be a painful ordeal itself -- especially if the bandage has been applied on top of a hairy area. While there is no set way to remove an adhesive bandage, there are some techniques that can help make the process quick and relatively painless.
Eczema of the scalp is also known as seborrheic dermatitis, a skin condition that causes itchy, red patches on your scalp that are uncomfortable but not dangerous. Prescribed medication to treat the skin condition can be costly, as the treatment is a daily shampoo that controls the dermatitis and requires monthly purchasing to keep the condition from flaring up. Over-the-counter medications for seborrheic dermatitis are effective at reducing the severity of the condition and are significantly cheaper than prescribed treatment.
Approximately 20 percent of all infants and small children are affected by eczema, according to Baby Center. Eczema is the name for several types of skin conditions, including dermatitis or even a diaper rash, that cause skin redness, itching or irritation. For babies, the eczema is caused by a reaction to an allergen or irritant, such as milk, dust, baby soap, moisture or dog and cat dander. Treating eczema at home will reduce the redness and irritation to give baby a little relief.
Skin allergens can be caused by many different items found in your home. If you are suffering from a skin allergy, check the labels of cosmetics or household cleaners for common skin irritants. Even jewelry can be a skin allergen. Don't throw everything out just yet. Your doctor can perform an allergy test to identify all the culprits.
You may have seen slant boards in gyms, which some use to do sit-ups, for instance. Slant boards lie on an angle, so your head sits lower than the rest of your body. In 1933, Bernard Jensen, D.C., PhD., N.D., first theorized that slant boards not only correct health problems as you invert your body, but benefit your health by relieving your body's organs of stress caused by being vertical most of the time. Slant boards, it is believed, can increase blood flow to your brain, which many believe is vital for health. Make a slant board inexpensively in your…
Eczema is a common skin condition that can occur in babies. Although it is not considered an allergic reaction, it is sometimes related to allergens in a baby's diet, or in the mother's diet if she is breast feeding. Eczema usually disappears by the time a child is 5 years old, but in some cases it persists into adulthood. There are a few products on the market that are geared toward soothing the redness and discomfort of eczema in babies.
Bird and bat droppings can bring disease in addition to being unsightly. Histoplasmosis, a fungal infection of the lungs, can be contracted by contact with bird or bat feces, or the areas in which it accumulates. Cryptococcus neoformans is another disease carried in the droppings of birds and bats. Guano must be removed with great care. Droppings are most often found in places where birds or bats roost or the ground beneath them. Old and dry guano can be just as dangerous as fresh droppings and should be cleaned properly to protect humans.
Eczema is a group of skin conditions that causes the skin to become red, itchy and sometimes develop small, fluid-filled bumps that are moist. Eczema isn't contagious, but most people with eczema have relatives with the condition. According to Kids Health, about one in 10 people in the world will have eczema.
Eczema is a condition that is caused by dairy products like eggs. Find out about diets to help with Eczema with help from a health and nutrition expert in this free video clip.
When it comes time to remove tape from a wound, it can be a tricky situation. The adhesive on the tape often adheres tightly to your skin's surface, creating what seems an unbreakable bond. When you attempt to remove it, you may fear that the top layer of your skin will peel away with the tape. If you have lots of body hair, it only compounds the problem. Fortunately, there is a way to loosen the adhesive so that you can peel it away from your skin without too much discomfort.
A platform therapy swing is a large, flat swing that hangs from the ceiling. The platform swing is designed to help special needs children become aware of, and manage their bodies on their own. The platform swing is specifically designed for children with Sensory Integration Dysfunction. The swing helps the children become aware of different ways to manage their bodies and also helps with a child's vestibular system control. If you install a platform swing, it is important to test the circumference of the swing's movement so that it does not bump into walls, doorways or any other objects.
Having warts develop might be difficult and stressful to deal with, especially if you have multiple warts to control and heal. If you begin properly treating and handling the wart in its early stages, it may heal much quicker and be less noticeable overall. You can heal your wart with common items from your medicine cabinet, and prevent the further spread of any warts with proper cleaning and coverage with band aids.
Contact dermatitis is an allergic reaction to a specific substance, such as soap or poison oak. Symptoms include redness, swelling, inflammation, rashes and itching on the skin. The right treatment can reduce the effect of symptoms and help your skin heal faster.
Warts are small growths on the outer layer of skin caused by the human papillomavirus. Common warts found on the hands may be pink, white or flesh-colored. Warts can grow on many parts of the body, so it is important to see a medical professional to prevent spreading more serious forms of the virus. Doctors can remove warts by freezing them with liquid nitrogen, but this can be an unpleasant or painful experience for some. Most warts are harmless and typically go away on their own. However, there are painless ways to remove them or help speed their disappearance.
Adhesive tape or duct tape has many uses besides binding two things together. You can find it in a number of colors and sizes to the point that people have created duct tape dresses and clothes. People have found first aid uses for it in various situations when a first aid kit is not on hand. It has also been touted to treat warts and to aid children who have a hard time keeping a wound bandaged.
