One of the most frequent side effect of cancer treatments is chemotherapy hair loss. Why does one lose hair during chemotherapy? The medication used in chemotherapy is extremely powerful and it destroys all the developing cancer cells, although they affect other body parts too. There are normal body cells with a rapid growth rate, and they are not cancer; among these, the cells in the hair roots, as well. The… Continue reading
Many parents worry about baby eczema. This dermatological problem affects the skin on the neck, the face, the upper chest and the scalp during the first months of life. Later on it may appear on the shins and forearms as well. Many factors related to baby eczema require great care and attention. Watch out for blisters that could break or leak and for extensive skin dryness. In the worst of… Continue reading
Dry face skin is a very common problem affecting both men and women alike. The attention such a type of skin requires is justified by the fact that it can lead to very unpleasant consequences if not cared for properly. Thus, if you don’t pamper dry face skin enough, wrinkles will become a serious reality. You can prevent such irreversible problems by using skincare products designed especially for the condition.… Continue reading
Ingrown hairs are nuisances on your skin and if you’re not too careful on how you want to get rid of them, it will do more harm than good for you and your skin’s health. Bear in mind that there are more other healthy and practical ways to get rid of ingrown hairs and what about if you have ingrown pubic hair, are you up for the challenge to… Continue reading
In the broadest terms, gum disease, also medically referred to as periodontal disease, is plain and simple, the growth of bacteria in your mouth. This eventually advances to stages, attacking gum tissue that is attached to your teeth providing stability. In German, zahnfleischprobleme, is the name for gum problems. As bacteria advances it creates what we call plaque that fixes itself to the teeth. Without attendance, the plaque… Continue reading