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Skin And Hair:
Homeopaths view skin complaints as a reflection of overall health, rather than just a local condition. Any general upset in the body, whether due to stress or poor nutrition, can manifest itself as a skin problem. Other causes include allergy and infection. Lack of exercise, constipation, sugar and refined carbohydrates, spices, caffeine, alcohol, and cosmetics are the main aggravating factors. Eczema: Eczema is a skin inflammation that causes itching and redness. If stretched, the skin may blister and bleed. Eczema may be due to an underlying allergy to plants, metals, detergents, and chemical irritants. It may also be hereditary. Emotional stress, menstruation, or a poor diet can aggravate any of these causes. Acne: Acne is a common skin condition in teenagers. It is caused mainly by high hormonal levels associated with puberty. These increase the production of sebum (an oily secretion made by the skin), which leads to clogged pores. Pores may become inflamed and infected, causing pimples, which should not be picked or squeezed. Stress may make them worse. Hives (Urticaria): Hives (Urticaria) is a rash with very itchy raised red patches on the skin, often with paler areas in the center. It usually due to an allergy to certain plants, foods, drugs, or insects bites. It is also caused by extreme emotional stress, particularly after the death of a loved one. In some people who have very sensitive skin, hives can be brought on by extremes of temperature or light touch. Boils are caused by infected hair follicles, resulting in inflamed and pus-filled areas on the skin. Illness, fatigue, or being run-down can weaken the body's immune system and cause boils to form. Boils should not be squeezed. Warts are caused by a viral infection in the skin but may be precipitated by stress. To prevent the virus from spreading, the body "walls" it off, resulting in these common raised growths. Hair loss: Hair loss and graying are common in men and women as they get older. Hair loss can also be caused by a fever, childbirth, shock, stress, or an excess or lack of vitamin A and selenium. Baldness is hereditary and occurs mainly in men. Precautions: Hives If the throat swells suddenly and acutely, call an ambulance immediately. Take Apis 30c every minute until help arrives. Boils If boils are recurrent, occur with a fever, or do not heal within a week of onset, or if redness spreads and there is severe pain, see a doctor. Warts If warts change size or color, or if they itch or bleed, see a doctor. Hair loss if there is unexplained, sudden hair loss, see a doctor. Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com Abbas Ahmad www.homeotreatment.com homeotreatment44@yahoo.com |
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