I never had hay-fever before but how come after such longs years now it’s bugging me? Is the mixture of Australia grass can cause hayfever? I never imagine myself will use nasal spray for very itchy nose and eye drops for red eyes. It even gives me bad headache. Oh dear I was once had very bad skin allergy that almost ruined my skin. Thanks goodness I was able to get rid of it with the help of Periactin. It was good medicine but very sedated. It was making me sleep whole day. Until now I have some tiny scars because of those skin allergies. Luckily it wasn’t really bad. I was so depressed what will happened to my skin. I’m hoping and praying it won’t happen to me again.

Moisturizers used by millions of people every day may raise the risk and severity of skin cancer in those who were heavily exposed to sun as youngster.
A new study has found evidence that some skin creams accelerate the growth of the most common form of skin cancer – and increase the number and size of tumors.
In the tests, four products – Dermabase, Dermovan, Eucerin and Vanicream – were applied over four months to mice who had been exposed to UV light.
A dramatic increase was noted in the growth of skin cancers. The cancers were not melanoma, the deadliest kind.
Australian disease experts said the study was inconclusive.

So what do you think with the study? All I can say is that, if you keep on using moisturizer, just avoid prolong staying under the sun. And if your work required prolong exposure to UV rays, better to stop using moisturizer. It is absolutely better to have dry skin than to have cancer. Prevention is better than cure.

Genetics may determine whether you enjoy your first puff on a cigarette and whether you become addicted to nicotine.
Scientists from the University of Michigan said a gene variant was found more often in people who got a “buzz” from their first cigarette.
They were also more likely to become regular smokers.
The research could help develop anti-smoking drugs.
Scientists hoped to make it easier for people to quit smoking, or stop them starting, by cracking the genetic secrets of nicotine addiction.
The gene CHRNA5 has been highlighted by other studies into nicotine addiction and it could increase a smoker’s chances of developing lung cancer.
The research suggested that the gene’s influence began from the first puff. Genetic data was taken from 435 volunteers – some who were regular smokers and some who had tried cigarettes but weren’t currently smokers.
Regular smokers were far more likely to have the variant version to the gene and more likely to enjoy their first cigarette.
For people who have a certain genetic make-up, the initial physical reaction to smoking can play a significant role in determining what happens next.
If smoking is sustained, nicotine addiction can occur in a few days to a few months.
The finding of a genetic association with pleasurable early smoking experiences may help explain how people get addicted.
The study was interesting but any treatments based on the gene variant would be some way off.

I know what you’re thinking, but don’t pull out the cayenne just yet. Herpes Zoster and chickenpox have the same “mother virus”
If you’ve had chickenpox, you can expect the virus to just be waiting there inside of you, lingering.
And if the timing and conditions are just right, they will resurface (like stalking exes) and it comes out as the shingles–an extremely uncomfortable, if not, painful rash that breaks out. If you have it, you can make yourself much more comfortable by cutting open a fresh pepper and applying it in the affected area. The Capsicum in the peppers is said to works on the rash and relieves temporary pain. If you don’t feel like rubbing on a hot peppers. then you can buy cream that contain Capsicum.

Wrinkles are folds and deformations of the skin that occur as a person ages. They are a cruel testimony to our age.
With the passing of years, the skin begins losing elasticity and flexibility causing the appearance of lines or fine marks that later become wrinkles.
Principal causes:
As we age, the sweat and sebaceous glands that for so long have provided moisture and oil for the skin, begin to wear out and stop working little by little which causes skin to lose its elasticity and moisture. This produces a dryness and cracking of the skin. The skin also begins to lose collagen. Collagen keeps the skin on the face and body in good shape. The lack of it causes sagging tissues, double chins, lines on the neck, around the mouth, and around the eyes (crows feet), and bags under the eyes, etc.
The destruction of collagen and other tissues is due to the presence of free radicals which are produced principally by the sun, the smog and an inhospitable environment.

Warts are produced by a virus and generally occur on hands or feet, on the sole of one’s feet, and on the face mainly in children.
Symptoms:
Definite formation on the skin of a gray or dark brown color, approximately 6 millimeters in size with a rough surface.
Causes: Contagious contact with other people.
Suggested treatment:
They generally disappear by themselves within 12 months. Different substances and techniques are used to eliminate these warts such as:
Applying a small amount of silver nitrate on the area, surgery, freezing with nitrogen, etc.
A technique that has given good results is the use of Aloe Vera extract mixed with gelatin or bee propolis with aloe Vera, applied on the wart and covered with a cloth so it won’t spread.
The application and taking of large quantities of vitamin E gives excellent results.

Vitiligo is a disease produced by a lack of pigment in the skin in certain parts of the body. It is not contagious. There is another similar disease which is called “mal del pinto” and occurs only 2% or 3% of the cases due to an infection. It exists in the southern part of Mexico.
Vitiligo symptoms are:

At last my research about cold sores is now successful after experiencing such viral disease and healed it. I found a reliable source of information on the site to where I found all the answers about UTI. Read it seriously guys for you to be alerted. Here it goes;

Cold sores are caused by a viral infection that attacks the skin and nervous system. Cold sores are small, painful, fluid-filled blisters on the mouth or nose.

Cold Sore Causes

Cold sores are caused by the virus known as herpes simplex type I (HSV-1). After the first episode of the disease, the virus lies dormant in the nerves or skin around the original area until something sets the virus off into another eruption. Colds, flu, and even stress can cause you to have an outbreak of cold sores. Why you have an outbreak at one time of life and not another is not clearly understood.

* HSV-1 is different from herpes simplex type II (HSV-2), which is the virus that causes the sexually transmitted disease known as genital herpes.

* HSV-1 is a very common virus. It is thought that 90% of adults have been exposed to the virus during their lifetime.

Cold Sore Symptoms

* the first symptom that may appear during an outbreak of cold sores may include tingling, burning, or itching in the area around the mouth or nose. This first portion of the outbreak is known as the prodromal stage or period.

* Within a few hours to days, the area may become reddened and develop small fluid-filled blisters. Several of these small blisters may even come together and form one large blister.

Cold Sore Treatment

Self-Care at Home

The blisters of HSV-1 contain the virus that causes cold sores. Without proper hygiene, this virus can be very contagious. This is why it is important if you have cold sores to wash your hands often, especially after you may have touched your face. Do not share cups or utensils with another person.

Medical Treatment

Because cold sores are caused by the virus herpes simplex I, there is no cure.

* In some severe cases, the doctor may prescribe a drug called acyclovir (Zovirax), which may help shorten the length of the outbreak.

* Also, good hand washing when a sore is present will help prevent the spread of the infection and will also help prevent the sore from becoming infected with bacteria, which may make the sore last longer.

Prevention

You may not always be able to prevent an outbreak of cold sores. The blisters and ulcers you get when you have an outbreak of cold sores are highly contagious, until they heal completely.

The best prevention is to wash your hands frequently and avoid close contact with others. If you see your doctor while you are in an early stage of the disease, the doctor may be able to prescribe medications that can shorten the length of the outbreak.

Something happen in one part of my face. Below my lips, there was a small and tiny outbreak that really bothers me. I kept on touching it out of consciousness. Until one day I noticed it was already reddened with itching, tingling and burning sensation feeling. I was so bothered and I am even ashamed to go out with that yucky thing on my face. I don’t know what to do and what to think. Where did it come from? Why I got it? What is the reason I got it the fact that most of the time I am only staying at home? What is it? I’m getting paranoid.
According to my hubby maybe that was a cold sore. I don’t have idea what is cold sores and I really hate and felt so bad about it. Does my skin reacting with the new climate of the new country we’re in? Am I allergic to cold or whatever sudden changes of weather here? I am not used to have skin problems while I’m still the Philippines.
My hubby bought a cream and told me to try it. I was freaking out when I read the label of it. It’s an Eczema & Psoriasis Cream called Nourish. It is said to be for symptomatic relief of mild to moderate Eczema, Psoriasis and Dermatitis. A gentle formula suitable to use on the face and body. Temporary relief from itchy, dry and sensitive skin. I was convinced to use it knowing that it contain Aloe Vera juice dry powder. I know that aloe Vera is effective in different types of skin problems.
After 4 days of using the cream the cold sores was healed. According to our friend who visited us last Easter Sunday, it was really a cold sores and it will gone in due time even if you will not make an action to get rid of it. But I am really conscious and ashamed so I want to get rid of it that quick! Thanks God I’m okay now. Feeling better and face back to normal. No more hiding and covering.
I am now working with my research about cold sores and I will post it soon to help and give my readers some idea.

Snag a derm appointment fast if you spot a suspicious mark, you need to be seen by an MD as soon as possible not weeks later, when it could be more serious.

Try a dermatologist you’ve gone to before. New patients need more time for an initial appointment and are more difficult to fit in at a moment’s notice.

When you first speak to the receptionist, use phrases like “Im really worried. I think it might be urgent.” She’s more likely to make you a priority if you sound truly concerned.

Describe the mark in the detail, and be specific. Don’t just say it looks weird; tell her that it’s bleeding or is multicolored. These are signs that it could be lethal.