Archive for September, 2009
Home Treatment for Arthritis
Arthritis means joints that are painful to move. They may be red, warm, or swollen as well. Many people use the “arthritis” label for pain that is really in muscles, tendons, ligaments, or bones. There are more than a hundred types of arthritis. The most common are: Osteoarthritis can cause knobby swelling of finger joints. [...]
Home Treatment for Athlete’s Foot
Athlete’s foot is very common during and after adolescence, and relatively uncommon before. It is the most common of the fungal infections and is often persistent. When it involves toenails, it can be difficult to treat. Moisture contributes significantly to the development of this problem. Some doctors believe bacteria and moisture cause most of the [...]
Home Treatment for Diaper Rash
An infant’s skin is particularly sensitive and likely to develop diaper rash. Diaper rash is basically an irritation caused by dampness and the interaction of urine, feces, and skin. An additional factor is though to be the ammonia produced from urine, and often its odor is unmistakably present. Factors that tend to keep the baby’s [...]