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Teenage problems
Teen-time is a mixed bag, there are hundreds of new aspects of life and living which are to be discovered in this period. Teens are often energetic, thoughtful, and idealistic, with a deep interest in what's fair and right. It is a phase when physical and psychological modulations are underway at a very rapid pace. The biggest advantage of this phase is that at this time one can modulate the mind and body as one wants, because the growth is still on; but it also means that any errors or neglect can lead to a permanent damage.
Psoriasis A Skin Disease
Psoriasis is a noncontagious noncurable common long term skin condition that causes rapid skin cell reproduction resulting in red, itchy, dry patches and thick silvery scales of thickened skin. The dry flakes and skin scales are thought to result from the rapid buildup of skin cells. Psoriasis commonly affects the skin of the elbows, knees, and scalp. Sometimes psoriasis may clear for years and stay in remission. Some have worsening of their symptoms in the colder winter months. Many show improvement in warmer climates, or with increased sunlight exposure. Patients with more severe psoriasis may have social embarrassment, job stress, emotional distress, and other personal issues because of the appearance of their skin.
Your Skin and Hair this Winter
The low humidity during winter can cause an uncomfortable degree of dryness and itchiness in your skin and flare up hair problems. Those of us who are not so much into regular skin care feel the brunt of it even more. The flaking and cracking if left unattended not only makes you unattractive, it can even bleed and at times get infected. We have compiled some easy tips that can keep your skin moist and glowing through the winter months.
Skin Care in Summer
Unless you are among the lucky few blessed with glowing skin round the year, chances are that the winters have left your skin looking dry and dull. Now that a good deal of it will be exposed in your summer clothes and swim wear, it?s a good idea to spruce up your skin. Here are a few steps that can give you a glowing skin in summer. In addition we are sharing with you some tips to deal with the common skin problems such as heat rash and sunburns that often come along with summer.
Scabies infestation
Scabies is an infestation by the itch mite, Sarcoptes scabiei. They are tiny, just 1/3 millimeter long, and burrow into the skin to produce intense itching, which tends to be worse at night. The mites which cause scabies are not visible with the naked eye but can be seen with a magnifying glass or microscope.