Itchiness is difficult to describe. If the itchiness is because of an insect bite, it is short lived. But, if it persists and is repetitive, it may be an indication of an underlying condition. In this case, your itch will need to be examined. Itching, medically termed as pruritus, can be localized to a specific part of the body. It can also, in some cases, occur all through the body. Itching occurs when you have a rash, flaky skin, dry skin, cracked skin, flaky scalp, blisters, or bumps on the skin, or if there is a reddening of the skin. Here, we take a look at some of the common causes of itchy skin: Contact dermatitis This is one of the most common causes of itchy skin. There are several allergens in the environment; you could be allergic to any of them. When your skin comes into contact something you’re allergic to, you might get a rash. Itching accompanies this. Common allergens are present in soaps, deodorants, fabrics, and cosmetics. Some people develop an itch after contact with certain metals. A few of us can develop a rash due to contact with pollen. Eczema or Atopic Dermatitis An intensely itchy rash, eczema means that the skin shows dry and scaly patches.

Life can get a bit lonely at times. No one can be present around you 24×7 or would ensure that you are safe and happy. Even our best friend or our partner can’t be by our side all the time. But, there’s someone who would love to accompany us wherever we go. Well, this impossible feat can only be performed by the most loyal creature on the face of the earth- a dog! These furry creatures would accompany you to the end of the earth if they could. Dogs are the most loyal and highly domesticated animals on the face of the earth. They would guard you and your home, but despite being one of the cutest and most-loving animals, they can still cause some inconvenience to people who are allergic to dogs. People can be appalled that they are allergic to dogs even though the dog didn’t keep a paw in their house, and suffer from dog allergies symptoms. This happens because even though you don’t have a dog in your house, dog dander is found in a place where the dog doesn’t even reside. Having a pet dog does a lot of great things for the individual, and ensures that the loyal animal too leads a comfortable life.

H. pylori or Helicobacter pylori is a type of bacteria which enters a body and live in the digestive tract. They can live in your stomach for years and go unnoticed. They eventually cause ulcers in the inner lining of the stomach or in the small intestines. It has been recorded in case of some patients that infection of H. pylori has led to stomach cancer. H. pylori was discovered by scientists in the year 1982, they found that these were the germs that mostly caused stomach ulcers. The bacteria start attacking the inner lining or the digestive tract of the stomach, weakening it. This lets the acid get through the lining, leading to ulcers. This further leads to internal bleeding and infections, which keep food from moving into the digestive tract. An individual gets infected from H. pylori from unclean food, water or utensils. It is common in the countries that lack clean water and proper sewage systems. People usually get infected with H. pylori in their childhood. The bacteria live in the body for decades and start to show symptoms in the later stages. Symptoms of H pylori infection The most common symptoms of H pylori infection is a dull or burning pain in the belly.

When your home is dusty, microscopic bugs that aren’t visible to the eye can cause allergic reactions, and affect many. Allergies resulting from household dust mites are most commonly referred to as dust mite allergy. Dust Mite Allergy Symptoms Dust mite allergy symptoms range from coughing, wheezing, and sneezing, to name a few. The most commonly recognized dust mite allergy symptoms are: Difficulty breathing Asthma Wheezing Leaky nasal mucus discharge Congestion in the nasal passages Itchy nose Itching sensation in the throat, or roof of the mouth Excess mucus accumulation in the nasal passage Cough Pressure on the face accompanied by pain Inflamed bluish skin under the eye In children, frequent rubbing of the nose in an upward direction Chest tightness and pain Audible warble sound during exhales Insomnia caused by other chronic underlying conditions like cold or flu Frequent bouts of coughing or wheezing, which gets worse with cold or flu A mild condition can only result in occasional coughing or wheezing. Severe dust mite allergy symptoms manifest in the form of asthma attacks and require serious care or treatment. Seeing a doctor is highly recommended if you are facing any of the severe symptoms of dust mite allergy.

Fibromyalgia symptoms can often be very confusing as they overlap with symptoms of many neuron or musculoskeletal diseases. Fibromyalgia is often diagnosed by 18 tender points in the body. Tender points are specific points in the body when pressed, cause intense pain. If there is no pain, then you don’t have fibromyalgia. These tender points are a total of 18 (pairs of 9). Besides these, there are no stringent medical tests/examinations that can be used for the diagnosis of fibromyalgia. The only option left in such a scenario is the identification of fibromyalgia through various symptoms—physical, psychological, and emotional. These often manifest in patients and are proven to be effective indicators of fibromyalgia. To start off with, let’s divide the symptoms based on gender. Fibromyalgia Symptom Checklist For Men The most common fibromyalgia symptoms in men are chronic pain, low sensitivity to pain, pain in the lower back, and any other disabilities formed due to the commonly listed symptoms of fibromyalgia below: Pain in the common 18 tender points Pain in the neck, back of shoulder, space between the shoulder blades and neck Twitching of the muscles at night Disturbed sleep cycles Excess fatigue Pain in certain muscles Some medical experts state that hormonal levels and states may play a role in the manifestation and change in the condition of fibromyalgia, although science says that hormonal levels may not directly be linked to fibromyalgia in any way.

Spasms are discomfort in the muscle that gives rise to sudden pain. The pain can last for minutes, hours or days after the muscles relax and the spasm subsides. Spasms are a result of an injury to the muscles, tendons or ligaments. Causes Heavyweight lifting or indulging in sports like football and golf can cause spasms. Thus sportsmen need special treatment so that they can carry on with their intense training and workout. People with weak abdominal muscles are more prone to spasms. This is because their muscles are already weak and cannot sustain the slightest shock. People with stronger muscles have the capacity to endure injuries. A ruptured disc in the spine or arthritis is another cause of spasm. Arthritis puts pressure on the spine causing pain in the limbs. A ruptured disc puts pressure on the nerves making them vulnerable to aches. Types Of Spasms Spasms have specific types each leading to definite spasm treatment. Each kind of spasm has a special treatment that needs to be followed. The most common spasms are of skeletal muscles. The pain occurs all of a sudden. It is caused by fatigue, dehydration and electrolyte abnormalities. These are usually short-term and the spasm treatment is temporary.

Rheumatoid arthritis is a growing chronic disease that causes inflammation in the joints and results in painful disfigurement and immobility. It especially affects fingers, wrists, feet, and ankles. In some cases, rheumatoid arthritis also affects skin, eyes, lungs, heart, blood, and nerves. The early signs of rheumatoid arthritis range from above-mentioned physical symptoms that are joint deteriorating to less obvious symptoms that might mimic other illness. These factors make rheumatoid arthritis difficult to diagnose in early stages: Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis are a result of the autoimmune disorder, which causes inflammation of joints. Following are the early signs of rheumatoid arthritis that you should look for, to avoid further complications: Joint swelling It is caused by inflammation of the joint capsule. The swelling can range from limited to very noticeable. This symptom reduces the mobility and range of motion. If affecting hands, it makes it difficult for them to perform even minimalistic of tasks, removing and putting on rings being one of them. Joint pain and tenderness This early sign of rheumatoid arthritis is felt during when the degenerative condition is most active. The inflammation causes the joint irritation which causes pain. Even when the degenerative condition is not active, the pain due to this symptom might still be present due to past damage that has been done to the joint.

Pink eye, often referred to as conjunctivitis, is considered to be a common type of eye infection. Various remedies are available for getting relief from irritation, redness, swelling, and pain caused by conjunctivitis. One of the best and common ways to treat such an eye infection is by the help of different types of eye drops. Different eye drops are meant for different types of this eye disorder. Thus, to know which eye drop and ointment is perfect for the condition of your eyes, you need to visit an eye specialist. Several over-the-counter (OTC) eye drops for pink eye are available in almost all drug stores, but if you want quick and proper treatment of your eyes, then it is always better to stay under the supervision of a doctor. While using eye drops for pink eye to relieve the symptoms, you must never touch your infected eye with the bottle’s end. If you forget to do so, then it might contaminate the eye drop’s bottle and spread the infection. The three types of conjunctivitis by which you might get affected are viral, bacterial and allergic conjunctivitis. Among these three, viral conjunctivitis is highly contagious. To get rid of the symptoms like itching, bloodshot eyes, watery and sore eyes, sticky discharge, etc., you need to choose the appropriate eye drop meant for your condition.

One of the most overlooked organs of our body is the gallbladder. You barely notice its presence when it’s working fine. However, when it starts malfunctioning, your body starts sending you signals that you cannot ignore. What is the gallbladder? It is a 4-inch pear-shaped organ found beneath your liver in the upper right of the abdomen. It stores fat, bile, fluids, and cholesterol. The gallbladder helps deliver bile into the small intestine. Bile helps in breaking down fat from food in the intestine and enables fat-soluble vitamins and nutrients to be absorbed into the blood. The gallbladder does not cause any problems unless something slows or blocks the bile flow from it. When this happens, a few problems can surface. Pain Pain is the most common symptom. It occurs in the midsection of your abdomen and can extend up to the upper right. The pain can be mild, intermittent or severe, and, in most cases, rather frequent. It can extend to the back, chest, and other areas of the body as well. Fever An unexplained fever can be a symptom of a gallbladder infection. This fever is a dangerous symptom, and treatment becomes imperative to prevent infection from spreading to other parts of the body.

Are you above 30 years of age? Have you recently observed frequent reddishness or swollen bumps in your cheeks? It is high time that you should a pay a visit to a dermatologist as it might be pointing towards the skin condition called rosacea. Ignorance is bliss, they say, but never in the case of issues related to your health, especially your skin. It is always ideal to understand the causes, symptoms, and get the best rosacea treatment so that you can cope up with the condition in a better way. Read here the essential facts that you should know about rosacea. What is rosacea? Rosacea is one of the most common types of skin disorders and it affects nearly 17 million people in America. It is a chronic condition that affects your facial skin; mainly on your nose, cheeks, forehead, etc. It is also called acne rosacea. The swollen bumps may look like acne; however, rosacea is different from acne. Getting the best rosacea treatment will help you get relief from the symptoms of the condition. Symptoms of rosacea The symptoms of rosacea start developing in your early 20’s. However, it may be more visible when you cross the 30 age mark.