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Mar 31

Removing Warts and Moles



Having moles and warts can be a very embarrassing situation, especially if they are in a place that is visible. All to often, people suffer with this condition, not really making an effort to alleviate the problem, because of the mole and wart being in a non-visible area. Removing warts and moles can be a very expensive and frustrating process.

There are close to 100 different strains of warts caused by the Human Papilloma Virus or (HPV), and some of those are linked to cancer. Warts start out when the (HPV) virus enters a cut or a break in the skin. They can start out as a single bump or can grow in clusters, looking similar to cauliflower.

Types of warts:

Common warts – these are the type of warts that are commonly found on the hands and feet and sometimes on the knees and elbows. They usually start out as a small hard bump that is gray in color, with a rough surface and some may have black dots inside.

Flat warts – also called juvenile warts usually are the size of a pin head but smoother than common warts. They may be pink, light brown or yellow in color. Young people who get flat warts normally get them on their faces, although it is also common for flat warts to appear on their arms and hands and appear in clusters.

Plantar warts – are usually found on the bottom of the feet. Very common in children and young people, plantar warts can be very painful to walk on.

Filiform warts – these warts are usually flesh colored and are finger shaped. They are commonly found on the face, usually around the mouth, eyes, or nose.

Are Warts Contagious?

Warts are a virus and like any other virus are contagious, now simply touching someone’s wart will not pass it on to you, however the HPV virus can be passed from human to human. A tiny cut or scratch can facilitate the virus spreading if the HPV virus finds it’s way into a break in the skin. Warts appear at different intervals once the virus is in your body, they can incubate for weeks before showing.

How long do Warts Last?

It is said that 25% of warts will disappear on their own with no treatment in about a 6 month time period, while most will go away in 2-3 years. With treatment though, you can get rid of those offending bumps much quicker.

What is a mole?

A mole is a spot on the skin that is normally oval in shape, it can be a multitude of colors from brown, red, pink or brown. We are all born with moles and each person can have anywhere from 10-50 of them on various parts of their body. Skin moles may be flat or raised, and some will sprout hairs which is very normal. Moles can be removed by various methods, some of which are very painful and require a surgeon, and can result in scarring. All moles have the potential to become cancerous, and should be watched for signs of melanoma. Some signs to take note of are sudden changes, bleeding, rapid growth or irregular size may all signify a cancer starting to develop, and should be checked by a doctor.

What are Skin Tags?

Skin tags are small pieces of protruding skin, they vary widely in color and shape. They are commonly seen on eyelids, in the crook of the elbow, on the neck and in the armpits. Dermatologists consider skin tags to be small tumors, although non cancerous and harmless. Skin tags affect women more often in women than in men and are a skin growth over collagen fibers. Skin tags that grow on areas of the body that get rubbed or bumped often can become painful and infected. Skin tags can be removed very easily but do have a chance of returning.

Removing Warts and Moles

There are various home remedies and surgical procedures in removing warts and moles, a few different ways are covered below:

1. Soak the wart or mole in warm water for about 15-20 minutes and then dry. Apply apple cider vinegar to the affected area and leave it on for 15-20 minutes. Wash it off with water and dry.

2. Rub crushed garlic on the wart or mole 2-3 times per day until it disappears. Some have claimed that it took 3-4 weeks of this in completely removing warts and moles.

3. Thuja tincture can be obtained in a herbal store and is a anti-fungal. Apply a few drops to the mole or wart 2 times per day for 2-3 weeks.

I like to focus on the more natural ways in removing warts and moles, there are surgical procedures that will do the job quickly, although they can be costly and leave scarring. Give some of the recommendations above a shot and see if they work for you.

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Mar 28

Food Allergy – Top Types



Food allergy is basically defined as adverse reaction or response to food protein. This problem is not uncommon at all and all kinds of people all over the world suffer these allergies. There are many types of food allergies and it is important for you to know them. However, before looking at the top type of allergies regarding food, it is vital for you to know the signs and symptoms that you should look out for. Many of the symptoms will cause devastation to those affected and if care is not provided, the conditions will get worse and even become fatal.

Angioedema is quite common and many will experiences the symptoms thereof. Angioedema is basically the swelling of different parts of the body including the eyelids, lips, tongue, larynx or voice box and trachea. This condition often leads to obstruction of the airways and hence a lot of difficulty breathing. Another common sign to look out for on the onset of these allergies are hives. Itching has always been one of the top signs used to diagnose the allergies. You can experience itching in the mouth, skin, eyes and even throat.

Food allergies will also present with abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting and many other related conditions. Wheezing and nasal congestion are other signs worth mentioning. All these signs may not be common in all people because individuals will suffer differently. Others may just have one sign and some have all the major signs of the food allergy. Doctors will use several methods to diagnose this problem and some of the tests will include skin tests, blood tests, food tests and many others. With the above overview on the signs to watch out for, let us look at the top notorious types of food allergy.

The first is dairy allergy. This kind will see people go down with this condition when they consume dairy products. Another one has eggs as the culprit. Egg allergy has always been a main challenge especially in children. When consumed by those who are prone, the above mentioned signs and symptoms will appear. Others are allergic to peanuts. This one has a huge chunk of people who simply cannot escape the consequences when they take them.

Tree nut is another food worth looking out for. It is responsible for different allergies; a significant number at that. Seafood is also never a delicacy for many. This is because it causes severe reactions that need to be avoided at all cost. Another notorious food is shellfish and those that suffer this type of food allergy will need to steer clear of it. Other infamous foods that trigger allergies in people are soy and wheat. If you notice the signs of allergies after consuming the above foods, you need to see a health expert for a way forward.

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Mar 24

Mold Allergy



Mold is present in air and several people get affected by different types of mold. Mild reactions expose some people but few of them suffer very critical problem due to mold allergy. Only some type of mold produces allergic reactions. There is no any specific times or period of reaction.

These people can be affected at any time of the year and these people can be affected inside their homes or anywhere outside. Some molds that produce mold allergies are more wide spread type in the spring and fall season.

Determination and diagnosing is very important to detect which type of allergy affects to patients. There are different types of awful symptoms of mold allergy. Some symptoms are life threatening such as patient experiences trouble in breathing and may lead to asthma. Asthma patient should take care to avoid this allergy or prevent it by avoiding contact with the mold spores.

To avoid asthma attack people should make sure where these spores exist and avoid them as quickly as possible, because these mold spores are airborne allergens and can affect these people. Due to attack these people get frightening experience.

Medications Alleviate the Symptoms

It’s always not possible to avoid the mold allergy which occurs due to mold spores. But some good medications are very effective on symptoms including coughing, tweezing, wheezing and other incurable disease of the mold allergy.

These symptoms are a reaction of the body to the notion that the body is being attacked by these mold spores. These symptoms are the response of the body to the allergy.
Mold allergy should be determined and diagnosed with help of the allergist or physician.

The physician will ask for skin and blood tests to detect and provide scientific information on the patient’s condition. Skin test provides specific information on the kinds of allergy experienced by each patient. After the test physician should recommend a treatment for the patient. Today there are several effective medications and treatments recommended by allergist for mold allergic people.

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