You might experience a few of the following signs: Pain or cramps in lower stomach Pain moves to back and/or upper thighs Occurs at the beginning of my period/just before my period Pain/cramps last less than 3 days Nausea Vomiting Fatigue Headache Diarrhea HOW TO TREAT UNCOMPLICATED MENSTRUAL CRAMPS Dysmenorrhea, or menstrual cramps […]
Minor Ailments
For many women, menstruation can be a time of physical and emotional discomfort. An estimated 90% of women experience bothersome symptoms during their period, such as dysmenorrhea (menstrual pain) and menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding -subject to another article) . Of this percentage, one in three women suffer from moderate to severe symptoms that can significantly […]
You may experience some of the symptoms below: Dry, red, and itchy skin Scaly and patchy skin Cracked and oozed blisters Darker or lighter patches of skin Atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema, is a chronic skin condition that causes dry, itchy, and irritated skin. Treatment options for atopic dermatitis include: Topical creams and […]
Introduction: When it comes to treating various skin conditions, selecting the appropriate topical medication is crucial for effective results. Ointments and creams are two commonly used formulations, each offering unique properties and benefits. This document aims to provide guidance on when to use an ointment versus a cream, outlining their characteristics, advantages, and suitable applications […]
You might experience a few of the following signs: Eye redness and difficulties opening up the eyes in the morning Sticky or watery eye fluid Mild itchiness, burning, or scratching Can’t stand bright lights. Mild bacterial conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, is typically treated with antibiotic eye drops or ointment. The most […]
You might experience a few of the following signs: White or creamy-white spots or patches on the tongue, roof of the mouth, interior of the mouth, or on the lips. with a cottage cheese-like texture You can scrape patches off. Having a dry tongue and/or losing flavorOral candidiasis, also known as thrush, is a fungal infection […]
You might experience a few of the following signs: Sneezing runny or congested nose Itchy throat, eyes, or nose Usually, symptoms that last for more than 7 days Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, is a common condition that affects the nose and sinuses and is caused by an allergic reaction to certain […]
Typically I refer to it as a health disorder that can be treated with minimum intervention and/or self-care.
Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, which is the thin membrane that lines the inside of the eyelid and part of the eye's surface.
Patients often make the mistake of using their eye drops incorrectly, leading to inaccurate dosing, wasted medication, running out of drops earlier than necessary, and potential side effects from systemic absorption.
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