Category: Skin Disorders

What happens in the disease called xerosis

The xerosis is the condition of dry skin. In the ordinary or simple dry skin conditions the disease xerosis is not very serious. But these are the one of the most uncomfortable to see your skin unattractive and dried up. The dry skin becomes so weak that it dries away all its moisture and even looses the capability to restore it. Plump skin or hide cells turn out to be wrinkled appear like ugliest thing in the world. The thin lines and the ugly looking wrinkles are not at all accepted by any one in the entire world.

The reason of drying of the skin is weather also the changes in weather like sudden hot and cold causes skin cells to dry and look ugly, low humidity in air also causes drying of the skin, bathing liked by everyone also causes drying of the skin if done in excess, and the prolonged use of air conditioner or heater in rooms also crops up the drying of skin. If these factors are somehow controlled even partially also then the drying up of the skin cells can be avoided. If not avoided can be controlled to great extent.

One can practice some measures to maintain the moisture of the skin, the measures are discussed as follows

1. Regularly nourish your skin by a good quality moisturizer or lotion.
2. Try to bath for limited time or you can say avoid bathing for long hours.
3. Avoid the use of harsh or callous soaps or use some good shower gel.
4. Try to eat good, healthy and balanced diet to preserve the moisture of the skin.

 Xerosis Signs and Symptoms

For number of people having a dry skin conditions is a matter of few months or weeks only, they face the problem of dry skin conditions only in the winters only. But there are number of people who suffer from the dry skin conditions for their entire life. They suffer from dry skin conditions just because of some kind of deficiency in the skin. The people who are aged or old enough or one can consider the people who are above the age of fifty five years, commonly suffer from dry skin conditions or xerosis.

The warning signs or the symptoms of the xerosis are determined by the climatic conditions, condition of your health or your mental and physical well being, your skin tone, your age, how much time is spent by you outside your home and the reason behind the drying up of the skin. It is observed that the skin at the lower legs and of the side of abdomens is the driest compared to other parts of the body.

Out of all the symptoms stated above near about one or two can be seen in dry skin. The tightness felt in the skin just after the bathing or swimming is also due to the dry skin. The redness of skin is also due to drying up of skin cells.

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Xerosis Treatment

1. Bathing with warm water is much better than hot shower since hot water removes oils in the skin. Use warm water in bathing and limit bathing time up to 15 minutes to avoid drying the skin.
2. Self care measures are the part of treatment of xerosis. You should keep you skin moisturized by applying moisturizer at frequent intervals, especially immediately after bathing. Limit your time of bath. Do not take hot water for bath. Avoid harsh soaps and detergents.
3. If your skin is extremely dry, baby oil is one of the best immediate home remedy for Xerosis . It is best to apply after bathing while your skin is still moist. Oil stays more in the skin to retain its moisture than that of moisturizers.
4. One of the tested home remedy for Xerosis is readily available in form of lotion and moisturizers, apply in Xerosis areas at least twice daily. It provides a seal to the skin to keep water from escaping.
5. In case, there is a severe xerosis, then it might require remedy or treatment with some prescription medicines those are stronger and more effective than OTC (over-the-counter) products or remedies.

Useful References

• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5297015/
• https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/picture-of-xerosis

Alternative names : Verrucas, tags and moles

Warts refer to hard, dry growths in the skin. They are capable of spreading, but are usually harmless. They often disappear spontaneously. These small benign tumors of the skin are most common in childhood, but after infancy. Warts are caused by viruses in the human papillomavirus (HPV) family.

Warts come in various shapes and sizes. Common warts are raised cauliflower like lesions which occur most frequently on the hands. They may be scattered or grouped. These warts in children usually resolve spontaneously eventually. Some warts are thread­like and others flat.

Warts Symptoms

Warts usually appear as rough elevations in the skin. These elevations occur more frequently on the fingers, elbows, knees, face and scalp. They usually appear as small raised painless lesion with a rough dry surface. Where there is pressure as on the soles of the feet, they may be hardly raised, but tend to be, painful. They flourish in most areas of the body.

When warts occur on the feet they are known as verrucae. They are particularly catching. They are most easily spread in swimming baths and bathrooms because the moist, warm atmosphere at these places in just-right for this infection to be passed on from child to child. Some swimming baths hold foot inspections and.will not allow in any child with a verrucae. Other insist that special ‘verrucae-socks’ are worn if a verrucae is present.

Warts Causes

Warts are mainly caused by virus infection. Viruses usually. penetrate the skin via small abrasions. Warts are unpredictably contagious and the child-patient may infect himself in different places. Thus for instance, he may get wart on the lips, if he sucks a wart on the finger. Infection can also spread from one member of the family to other members. Constitutional factors also appear to be at the root of the trouble. These factors lead to some defects in the proper development of the skin surface in certain areas.

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Home Remedies For Warts

1. Castor Oil

The use of castor oil. This oil should be applied generously over the affected parts every night. The treatment should be continued for several months.

2. Figs

Milky juice of figs is another valuable remedy. This juice should be extracted from the fresh, barely ripe fruits and applied on warts several times a day. The treatment should be continued for two weeks.

3. Vitamin E And Garlic Clove

Vitamin E And Clove are the best home remedy for skin wart. Apply vitamin E on the wart, crush a clove of raw garlic and place it on the wart, and cover it with an adhesive bandage.

4. Potatoes

Raw potatoes have been found beneficial in the treatment of warts. The potatoes should be cut and rubbed on the affected area several times daily. This should be continued for at least two weeks. It will bring good results.

5. Onions

Onions are also valuable in warts. They are irritating to the skin and they stimulate the circulation of the blood. Warts sometimes disappear when rubbed with cut onions.

6. Marigold

The herb marigold has also been found beneficial in the treatment of warts. The juice of the leaves of this plant can be applied over warts with good results. The sap from the stem has also effective use in the removal of warts.

7. Aloe

Aloe has been used for hundreds of years as a wart treatment. Applied externally in cream form or directly from aloe plant, aloe eases discomfort and helps to speed healing.

Useful References

• https://medlineplus.gov/warts.html
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4054795/

Vulvodynia is a kind of disorder which occurs in the pelvic region. During this disorder the person experiences an unbearable pain for so many weeks and even for months also. This disorder is so bad that it does not allow the person suffering from it to sit peacefully. The person could not sit just because of the burning sensation and lot of pain in that place. During this vulvar pain the most affected thing is the quality of life. The person suffering from the vulvar pain experiences deteriorated quality of life. This disorder does not show very clear symptoms in the beginning just redness in the area and in the vestibules.

The area which is around the opening of the vagina is known as vulva. Vulvodynia is a kind of constant vulvar tenderness.

Many times women do not consult their doctor or gynecologist just because this disorder does not show any symptom or warning signs before attacking or sometimes due to reluctance to talk about the disorder or symptoms. We suggest that if anyone of you is suffering from such problem then there is no need to hesitate; hesitation may cost very high or you may repent later on your hesitation straightaway consult your doctor and ask for the treatment. Nowadays there are number of options are available in order to get rid from the unbearable pain.

Major warning signs of Vulvodynia are discussed as follows

First thing is which we would like to clarify is that if you are experiencing pain in the vulvar region then you are suffering from disorder called vulvodynia. Vulvodynia is something which should be differentiated from the number of other painful conditions which are localized in the vulva. Basically the vulva consists of number of pads of fat which are located or near the base the clitoris, the abdomen, the labia and at the opening of the vagina.

The very important or significant warning sign of the vulvodynia is the pain in the genital region. This pain or ache is escorted with the stinging, burning, rawness, itching, soreness, and throbbing. The bad thing which almost every lover or couple hate about vulvar pain is that one cannot even think of having sex during the whole period or duration of vulvar pain.

The pain or sore experienced in the vulva can be irregular or regular. We mean the pain can be constant or it can be irregular that is its intensity can vary. Also the pain is very cruel it can persist or continue for months and even for years also. As we already told you that it can very its intensity also so it can suddenly appear or disappear in a moment.

Vulvodynia Treatment

1. Tight undergarments restrict airflow to your genital area, often leading to increased temperature and moisture that can cause irritation. Wear cotton underwear to increase ventilation and dryness, and sleep without underwear at night.
2. Don’t sit around in a wet swimsuit for a long period of time. Doing so can cause an excess of bacteria and yeast in the genital area.
3. Cool compresses placed directly on your external genital area may help lessen pain and itching.
4. Washing or scrubbing the affected area harshly or too often can increase irritation. Instead, use plain water to gently clean your vulva and pat the area dry. After bathing, apply a preservative-free emollient, such as plain petroleum jelly, to create a protective barrier.
5. Use only white, unbleached toilet tissue and 100% cotton unscented sanitary products (tampons and pads).
6. Surgery is another option available to treat this disorder where vaginal extension is performed. This process involves pulling forward the vaginal tissue and removing the skin.

Useful References

• https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/vulvodynia/symptoms-causes/syc-20353423
• https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vulvodynia/

The definition of the Venous Angioma

Basically it is the most common form of Angioma which is found at the autopsy. It is a kind of tumor which occurs because of lymphatic blood vessels or the blood vessels. The disease venous angioma is also described as the venous distortion or irregularity or development of the venous in anomaly manner. This disease is actually an extreme variation in the veins which drains the normal brain tissue in that region which is a matter to be concerned seriously.
Basically the veins which are infected of contains venous angioma have great structural deviations compared to the more normal or developed veins of the body. Venous Angioma is really very dangerous as it drains blood completely from the brain. This disease is because of the over growth of blood cells in the body. Venous Angioma persist the great efficiency t make the surgery very difficult. The arrangement of veins affected by the venous angioma has been named “caput medusa” emergence because they resembles the head which is covered by the snakes of the mythical creature known as Perseus.

Venous Angioma Causes

So far the exact or actual cause of venous angioma has not been discovered. But number of observations and researches depicted the following characteristics and causes of venous angioma:

• Venous angioma is one of the non hereditary diseases.
• It is basically considered as the “present at birth anomalies”, the mane itself clarifies that the people who are born with such injuries; they never get successful in healing them.
• The majority venous angiomas crop up alone. The majority of venous angiomas are caused because of the vascular disarray or disorder i.e. vast hemangiomas.

The major symptoms or warning signs of venous angioma

Following are the few warning signs of the venous angioma:

• The hemmorage is something which can be found commonly in the patients of venous angioma.
• In the most severe cases patients may experience head bursting headache.
• The patients of the venous angioma feel laziness in doing any piece of work.
• The spider angioma, cherry angioma and senile angioma may be observed during the venous angioma.
• The vomiting and nausea are very frequent during venous angioma.
• The sleeplessness is the very first warning signs or symptoms of disease called venous angioma.
• One may experience weakness in his or her both limbs during venous angioma.

The various treatments for venous angioma disease

The very significant and very effective treatments or cures for the venous angioma disease are stated as follows:-

1. The surgery can be carried out if the person knows that venous angioma has ruptured completely. Usually the surgery is not a best option in number of cases, and it is only preferred in the cases where the cuts or injuries keep bleeding continuously and take the patient of sufferer on the verge of great risk.
2. Certain medicines or other equivalent agents can be used to remove venous angioma.

Useful References

• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17918678
• https://www.ajronline.org/doi/pdf/10.2214/ajr.159.6.1442406

Alternative name : Allergic rashes, Hives

What are urticaria ?

Urticaria is a common inflammatory affection, characterised by formation of wheals on the skin. The disease is also known as nettle rash as the rash of Urticaria resembles the sting of a nettle. The disease may be acute, chronic or recurrent. It is considered to be an allergic reaction like hay fever and asthma.

Urticaria may be defined as skin eruption. These eruptions can remain on the body for variable period, anywhere between few seconds to even hours. They have tendency to disappear and reappear. They tend to disappear without leaving behind any trace.

Urticaria Symptoms

Raised red and white patches appear on the skin. They are accompanied by burning, intense itching and stinging. Rubbing and scratching usually aggravates the hives. Itching is relieved by scratching, which results in new wheals. The outbreak of urticaria is sudden and the disease may affect either part or whole of the body. The eruptions may be as small as pin heads or as large as a rupee. They are usually much elevated, rounded, irregular and often surrounded by a reddened zone. The eruption may fade in a few minutes or an hour in one place, but may appear in another.

Other symptoms which accompany hives are fever, digestive disturbances and prostration. The disorder lasts from a day or two to a week. Recovery is rapid and complete, though recurring attacks take place at varying intervals. If the rash also attacks the throat, there is danger of blockage of the larynx.

Urticaria Causes

There are several causes of urticaria. It may result from digestive disorders like mechanical irritation in the digestive tract or toxemia. It may be caused by drugs like aspirin, penicillin, serum, quinine, ipecac, turpentine and morphine. Certain foods often. cause urticaria in susceptible individuals. These include strawberries, tomatoes, cucumbers, mushrooms, oatmeal, wheat, nuts, fish, eggs, chocolate, cheese, butter and sausage. The bites of bed-bugs, wasps, bees, mosquitoes, fleas and certain kinds of caterpillars may produce the disease. Use of personal products such as deodorant, perfume, and talcum powder, cosmetic products, animal derivatives, and similar synthetic substances may induce this disorder. Irritations of the uterus or associate structures can also cause the disease. It may also result from emotional excitement.

Home Remedies for Urticaria

1. Salt

The use of salt is beneficial in the treatment of urticaria when it is accompanied by digestive disorders. In such a condition, about twelve grams of salt should be dissolved in water and taken by the patient. The throat should be tickled to induce vomiting. This will give relief and help in curing eruptions.

2. Mint

This leafy vegetable has also been found useful in relieving itching in urticaria. About 7 gm of mint and 25 gm of brown sugar should be boiled together in about 175 ml of water and drunk. This will relieve the itching.

3. Rose Water

The use of rose-water in vinegar is useful when there is severe itching on the eruption. About 35 ml of rose water and 25 ml of vinegar should be mixed and the mixture applied locally to the affected part. This will give immediate relief.

4. Alum and Red Ochre

These two substances are considered valuable in urticaria. An equal quantity of alum and red ochre should be ground together and the powder rubbed on the weals.

5. Turmeric

The use of turmeric is valuable in urticaria. The patient should take two teaspoons of turmeric powder mixed with a cup of water daily.

6. Rauwolfia

The herb rauwolfia is beneficial in relieving itching in urticaria. One gram of the powdered root can be taken with a cup of water daily.

Useful References

• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK92752/
• https://acaai.org/allergies/types/skin-allergies/hives-urticaria
• https://medlineplus.gov/hives.html

Urticaria pigmentosa is an identity or name given to a genus or kind of mastocytosis. In this disease there are number of brown patches which occur on the skin because of uncharacteristic gathering of the mast tissues and cells.

What does mast cells means or what are they?

These mast cells are normally present or one can say distributed in the skin. They consist of number go granules which comprises of histamine and number of other chemicals. When these mast cells are distributed in our body these chemical get scattered throughout in our body. And because of these chemicals the blood vessels become leaky, which results in the localized itching or itching in some areas or parts of the body, redness and swelling are also very common during urticaria pigmentosa.

Urticaria Pigmentosa – Clinical Features

Occurrence of the urticaria pigmentosa in children

Urticaria pigmentosa usually affects the newborn or toddlers only. It attacks with the few patches which appear in the few months of the age. Number of parents and even children often get confused after watching these patches as they think that they are because of the insect bites. But when they persist and increase or enhance in few months or years then they realize that it’s not due to insect biting. These patches can appear on any part or areas of the body including limbs, scalp, trunk and face.

When these patches are rubbed or even touched roughly they start tender or blister. The cases of blistering of patches have been commonly seen in the young children just because they cannot resist the pain and itching thus rub then in order to get relief. And rubbing put them in another problem. If so many or number of patches arise at once then it will affect the behavior of the child or toddler also.

After some years the urticaria pigmentosa gradually becomes less irritating and most of the patches occurred because of this disease disappeared. By the child reaches his or her teen age almost all the patches on his or body fades away.

Darier’s sign

By rubbing any of the brown patches one can also demonstrate the presence of excess mast cells existing in the body. Within few minutes of rubbing, the area becomes reddened, itchy and sometimes swollen also. These signs are described or known as Darier sign, and this confirms the existence of very dangerous disease called mastocytosis.

Urticaria Pigmentosa Treatment

1. Doctors prescribe anti-histamines to control itching. Itching and flushing should be controlled to prevent the skin from spreading. There may be several side effects associated with this treatment besides drowsiness. In case of children, consult doctor about any risk factors it may involve before starting the treatment.
2. Potent steroid creams applied for several months under occlusion can reduce itching and unsightliness.
3. Antihistamines may relieve symptoms such as itching and flushing.
4. Patients with urticaria pigmentosa should avoid aspirin, codeine, opiates, procaine, and alcohol. Polymyxin B, hot baths, and vigorous rubbing after bathing and showering.
5. Antihistamines may relieve symptoms such as itching and flushing.

Useful References

• https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001466.htm
• https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/medicine-and-dentistry/urticaria-pigmentosa

Getting sunburned is a lot like doing your taxes. No one ever thinks about it until it’s too late – and by then your skin is nearly the color of a ripe tomato and feels like it’s on fire.

Sunburns are more than just painful. Research has shown that getting even one sunburn in your life can significantly increase your risk for cancer. In addition, long-term sun exposure causes the skin to lose its elasticity, making it look rougher and more wrinkled later on.

What is Sunburn ?

Sunburn is from over exposure to the harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun. While the symptoms are usually temporary (such as red skin that is painful to the touch), the skin damage is often permanent and can have serious long-term health effects, including skin cancer.

Common Causes of Sunburn

Sunburn results when the amount of exposure to the sun or other ultraviolet light source exceeds the ability of the body’s protective pigment, melanin, to protect the skin. Sunburn in a very light-skinned person may occur in less than 15 minutes of midday sun exposure, while a dark-skinned person may tolerate the same exposure for hours. Swelling of the skin, especially in the legs, is common. Toxins are released with sunburn, and fever is not uncommon. Skin peeling usually begins between three and eight days after exposure.

Symptoms of Sunburn

Sunburn skin shows the following symptoms :-

• Dry skin.
• Severe sunburn may produce swelling and blisters.
• Burning sensation.
• Your skin got bright red.
• Painful and reddened skin.
• Severe sunburns may cause a person to go into shock, which is characterized by fainting, low blood pressure, and severe weakness.

Home remedies To get Relief from Sunburn

Sunburn should be treated for the healing of current sunburn pain, skin damage and potential skin cancer as well as to prevent further sunburn. Here are the several home remedies :-

1. Give your skin a drink

One of the most effective healing secrets for sunburn is also one of the simplest: Take a cool shower or bath. Flooding your hot, burning skin with cool water will quickly turn down the temperature, stopping the burn before it does more damage.

2. Add some vinegar

Another way to soothe a sunburn is to add a cup of white vinegar to bath water. Vinegar baths are very soothing and will help relieve pain in a hurry. If you don’t have vinegar on hand, add a cup of baking soda to the water, or even a dozen or so drops of ‘essential oils,’ like chamomile or lavender (dharu).

3. Use a moisturizer

Spending time in the sun quickly robs the skin of its protective moisture, which is why sunburns are so painful. After bathing or showering, do your skin a favor and rub in a generous amount of moisturizer. This will help replace the moisture that the sun’s burning rays took out.

4. Put aloe to work

Another way to moisturize the skin and ease sunburn is to rub on a coating of gel from an aloe vera leaf. Studies have shown that aloe vera is very effective for helping burns heal more quickly. You can buy aloe vera lotions, but many doctors believe that the natural gel from the plant works best. You can also buy pure gel from your local pharmacy. Helps to get rid sunburn.

5. Try a milk compress

Many people with sunburn have gotten quick relief by soaking a towel in milk and applying it to the burn for about half an hour. Milk contains a lot of natural fats, which will help soothe the burn. Just be sure to rinse your skin thoroughly when you’re done to remove the milk. Helps to relief form sunburn.

Prevention tips for sunburn

1. Apply a sunscreen before you go outdoors. Choose a sunscreen that has a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or above, with a broad spectrum of protection against both UV-A and UV-B rays.
2. Wear sunglasses with UV light protection.
3. Do not further expose burned or peel skin areas to the sun for at least one to two weeks.
4. Wear long pants, a shirt with long sleeves and a hat with a wide brim.

Useful References

• http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=39281
• https://www.skincancer.org/prevention/sun-protection/prevention-guidelines
• https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/j.1365-2133.2006.07684.x
• http://www.who.int/uv/publications/en/UVIGuide.pdf

Solar Lentigo is a circumscribed 1- to 3-cm brown macule resulting from a localized proliferation melanocytes due to chronic exposure to sunlight. They are most common in people over age 55. The spots commonly appear on the hands but can occur almost anywhere, especially sun-exposed areas such as the face, back, arms, feet, shoulders and face.

Common Causes of Solar Lentigo

Sunburn results when the amount of exposure to the sun or other ultraviolet light source exceeds the ability of the body’s protective pigment, melanin, to protect the skin. Sunburn in a very light-skinned person may occur in less than 15 minutes of midday sun exposure, while a dark-skinned person may tolerate the same exposure for hours. Swelling of the skin, especially in the legs, is common. Toxins are released with sunburn, and fever is not uncommon. Skin peeling usually begins between three and eight days after exposure.

Symptoms of Solar Lentigo

Strictly macular, 1 to 3 cm, as large as 0 5 cm. Light yellow, light brown, or dark brown; variegated mix of brown and not uniform color, as in cafe-au-lait macules. Round, oval, with slightly irregular border. Often scattered, discrete lesions.

Home Remedies For Solar Lentigo

1. Aloe Vera

Rub fresh aloe vera juice or gel on the spots. It will help fade them. Use the gel twice a day for a month or two. Juice from the aloe plant is excellent for healing burns and is also beneficial as a general healing agent.

2. Chick Peas

Take fresh or canned chick peas (garbanzo beans), mash about 1/3 cupful and add a little water. Smear this paste on the spots and leave it there until it dries. Then wash off completely. Do this every evening.

3. Vitamin E Oil

Apply vitamin E oil directly to age spots daily to reduce coloration of age spots

4. Zinc

Another mineral supplement to take is zinc. Take 15 mg a day for one to two months. Don’t take more than 15 mg without a doctor’s supervision, as it may hinder the body’s absorption of other minerals, especially copper.

4. Bilberry Herb

Bilberry herb slows some of the aging processes and acts as an antioxidant. Take 4-8 oz. of fresh berries or 80-160 mg of bilberry extract.

5. Lemon

Dab some fresh lemon juice on the spots twice daily. If you are going outdoors, wait for the juice to dry as it increases the skin’s sensitivity to sunlight. It may take a few months, but the acidity in the juice will cause the spots to fade away.

Prevention tips for Solar Lentigo

By limiting your sun exposure, you can decrease the possibility of age spots. Sun exposure before the age of 20 is the major factor that determines how your skin will look in later life. If you already have age spots, limiting your exposure to the sun can help prevent them from enlarging or darkening.

To protect your skin from the sun, wear long-sleeved shirts, pants and a hat. Use sunscreen if you will be outside for more than a few minutes. Avoid being in the sun during midday (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.), when the sun’s rays are the most intense.

Useful References

• https://www.dermnetnz.org/topics/solar-lentigo/
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16631967
• https://www.jaad.org/article/S0190-9622(05)04969-8/pdf

Duration of Schamberg’s Disease

This kind of disorder could occur in any age group. It is very important to consult your doctor if you are affected by this disorder.

Schamberg’s disease also known as progressive pigmented purpuric dermatitis is skin discoloration due to leakage of blood near the skin surface from the blood vessels. The iron present in the blood leaked from the vessels forms flat and smooth brown patches on our skin. It seems like cayenne pepper. It could remain there for weeks and can repeat its occurrence.

People who could get affected to Schamberg’s disease

Males are more commonly affected by these disease then women. It could to occur in any age group.

Causes of Schamberg’s disease

When red blood cells penetrate into our skin due to leakage in our blood vessels we affected to the disease known as Schamberg’s disease. There are cases in which such kind of condition occurs to reaction due to a particular medicine, or allergic reaction from a particular kind of food or some clothes.

Spots where Schamberg’s disease occur

In most cases of Schamberg’s disease it starts from legs and spreads in other regions. However, it could also start from hands or any other portion of our body. They can appear in any number. It distributed irregularly in the body parts.

Symptoms of Schamberg’s disease

There is no variety of symptoms in Schamberg’s disease. In the lower body parts skin discoloration occurs. Persons affected from this disease may some time have an itchy feeling. Some people may even have some pain.

Diagnosis of Schamberg’s disease

A skin biopsy test may be conducted by consulting a doctor or a dermatologist. In this test a part of the area affected by Schamberg’s disease is examined.

Treatment for Schamberg’s disease

Schamberg’s disease has no certain cure. These patches could remain on your skin for years. You may apply a cortisone cream to the area affected to avoid itching. In certain cases to enhance the circulation of blood you may be kept on some other medication. Vitamin C plays a good role for the prevention of Schamberg’s disease in some people. Your doctor may keep you on Vitamin C medication. You may also take food enriched with Vitamin C as natural cure is the best cure for any disease.

Topical cream can be helpful for itching but rarely clear it.

Your doctor may also change your diet chart. He may ask you to avoid food containing preservatives and coloring agents containing chemicals. Retain your normal diet if you see no improvement in your problem.

Researches are being done for the laser treatment of Schamberg’s disease. But till date no successful treatment has been developed.

Schamberg’s disease has become a common skin ailment in people all over the world. People affected from this disease feel very unpleasant to view the discolored spots on the skin. In some mild cases treatment is possible. So if you are affected to this disease you may not loose hope and consult to your doctor for the possible treatment.

Useful References

• http://jddonline.com/articles/dermatology/S1545961612P0528X/1
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5429115/

Scabies is a skin infection, popularly known as itch. It is caused by the mite sarcoptes scabiei or itch mite. It is a contagious diseases and is more common among people who live in crowded places under unhygienic condition. The incidence of scabies is highest in children under the age of 15 years.

Scabies Causes and Symptoms

This parasite burrows into the superficial layer of skin, especially in the crevices of the body. It lays eggs, and the larvae hatch within a few days and surround the base of a hair follicle as it emerges from the skin. The body reacts to this parasite by causing a localized hypersensitivity reaction, which then results in intense itching, causing further spread and secondary superimposed infection by other microbes. This itching is marked during the night, and the eggs fall off on bedclothes / linen and spread to other people in the family. The itching is so severe that sometimes the skin looks raw. This infection can be identified by fine waxy lines or burrows on the sides of the fingers, in the webs of the fingers/toes, inner sides of the wrists, elbows, armpits, knees, groin area and the areola of the breast. Once secondary infection occurs, it is more difficult to pinpoint it as scabies.

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Home Remedies To Get Rid of Scabies

1. Neem Leaf

The best home remedy for scabies is neem leaf paste made with fresh or dried neem leaves and an equal quantity of turmeric powder mixed with mustard oil. This should be applied on the body and left for an hour or so. Then the person should bath. Repeat for 7- 10 days till all lesions have healed. The clothes should be washed and rinsed out after the have been soaked in boiled neem water. Simultaneously, the patient should be made to drink a tablespoon of neem leaf or neem bark decoction. Mustard oil may be an irritant for some skins, so do not lave it on for very long. This is the best home remedy for scabies treatment.

2. Peelpul Tree Bark

The dried bark of a peelpul tree can be powdered fine, strained through a fine sieve and used as a dusting powder on scabiotic lesions. Helps to cure the scabies or get rid of scabies.

3. Drumstick Leaves

Extract the juice from 400 – 500 gm of drumstick leaves. Mix with an equal amount of sesame seed oil, and boil till the water dries up. Cool and store. Apply daily over the infected parts. Both have a strong anti microbial action and sesame seed oil is also insecticide Helps for scabies cure.

4. Apricot Leaves

The use of apricot leaves is one such valuable home remedy. Fresh juice of these leaves should be extracted and applied with beneficial results in the treatment of scabies.

5. Bitter Gourd

The use of bitter gourd (karela) has proved beneficial in the treatment of scabies. A quarter to half a cup of juice of this vegetable, depending on the age of the child should be given mixed with half a teaspoon of lime juice. This juice should be sipped slowly on an empty stomach once daily for a week or so.

The above home remedy for scabies are natural and best to get rid of scabies. During the period of treatment of scabies, the child should be given light foods, preferably fresh juicy fruits such as orange, apple, pineapple, pear, peaches and melon. This juices will helps to cure the scabies and to get rid of scabies quickly.

Useful References

• https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/scabies/gen_info/faqs.html
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1496714
• https://www.bmj.com/content/1/4392/347.4