If you have recently come into contact with a poison ivy plant and are starting to develop an irritating and uncomfortable rash, here are a few things you can do to prevent the rash from spreading and treat the discomfort. Immediately rinse your skin with warm, soapy water Wash your clothing and everything that may have come into contact with the plant Do not scratch, this can lead to infection Consider using a calamine lotion ...
Summer is officially in swing, which means everyone is outdoors enjoying the weather as much as they can. This is also the time of the year that sometimes we forget how important is it to stay hydrated on these hot summer days. Dehydration is a condition that occurs when there is a loss of body fluids, mainly water, exceeding the amount that is taken in. We lose water every day in many ways that include ...
An abscess is a raised bump on the skin that is red or pink in color. They are easy to identify as they are painful to touch and have pus and debris in their center. Abscesses are generally caused by a blockage in the sweat or oil glands, inflammation of hair follicles and penetration of the skin. This causes the center of the abscess to convert dead cells and bacteria into puss creating pressure and ...
A laceration is a cut on the skin that is irregular and separates tissue that connects the skin. These torn wounds are typically uneven and cause blood to flow out of the wound. Symptoms of a Laceration include: Bleeding An open gap or cut on the skin Pain at the injury site Fortunately, lacerations are easily diagnosed and cared for. Treatment for lacerations depends on the severity, with minor cuts being able to be cared ...
Ah-Choo! Spring allergy season may begin in February and last until the early summer, but this year it looks like allergies are sticking around much longer. During the summer time different kinds of grasses – Timothy, Johnson, Rye- release allergy-causing pollen. Allergy symptoms can also be caused inside of your home by indoor allergens that include dust mites, pet dander, and mold. Keeping an eye on your local allergy forecast as well can help. Pollen levels ...
