Infants and kids have increased skin sensitivity as compared to adults. This makes them prone to skin problems, making it difficult to pick items like soaps and laundry detergent for them. Detergents, in fact, are one of the primary causes of skin diseases as they contain several chemicals. Before buying any laundry detergent or soap for sensitive skin, it is recommended to read the labels, understand the ingredients, and buy the right medicated options. Ingredients to Avoid in Soaps and Detergents for Sensitive Skin 1. Bleach Bleach is a highly reactive substance, and exposing your child to it can cause eye irritation, shortness of breath, and blurry vision. You should avoid detergents with bleach and choose detergents made with natural products. Alternately, you can presoak baby clothes with vinegar or hydrogen peroxide for the same result. 2. Phthalates Many products we use may contain phthalates, which are used as fragrance additives. They remain on the surface of the product and slowly transfer into our bodies. The parabens in detergent also stay on the clothes’ surface and lead to skin problems, particularly in babies. Avoid detergents with parabens and go for fragrance-free detergents. 3. Fragrances Many of us tend to buy a detergent based on its attractive fragrance.

Breast cancer starts when cells in the breast begin to grow out of control and form a tumor. The tumor can be seen on an x-ray or felt as a lump. Though breast cancers occur almost entirely amongst women, men can get breast cancer too. Breast cancer can be said to be one of the most common invasive cancer in women. Here are some of the risk factors and signs of breast cancer and a look into the stages of breast cancer. 1. Risk factors causing breast cancer A risk factor means anything that can increase your chance of getting a disease. Having any risk factor does not mean you will get the disease. It only increases your chance of getting the disease. Some of the risk factors are not within your control, whereas certain other risk factors are controllable. Genetic factors are the topmost in the list of risk factors you have no control over. More than 15% of breast cancer affected have a family history of breast cancer. If your grandmother, mother, aunt, or cousin had breast cancer, you run the risk of being affected. The most common known cause of hereditary passed-on breast cancer is a mutation of the BRCA!

Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer affecting men, usually striking them in their 60s and 70s. Prostate cancer, a type of malignancy in the prostate gland, is usually detected late in life and progresses very slowly. Though the precise cause of prostate cancer is unknown, a few risk factors may have strong links with causing prostate cancer. 1. Family history One’s risk of being affected by prostate cancer is higher if they have a blood relative, such as a grandparent, parent, sibling, uncle or cousin who has been diagnosed with this cancer. The risk factor increases if one or more of their relatives have been diagnosed with cancer of the prostate. Also, studies have found a link between men with a family history of breast cancer (BRCA1 or BRCA2) being diagnosed with prostate cancer. 2. Ethnic origin In the country, African American men are more likely than Caucasian men to develop prostate cancer. They are also at a higher risk of fatality as compared to other ethnic groups diaganosed with prostate cancer, in the same age group. Studies show that prostate cancer grows more in them as compare to other ethnicities. Even amongst Caucasians, Caucasian men from Scandinavian countries experienced the highest incidence of prostate cancer compared to Caucasians from Asia.

Over the last decade, much awareness has been brought into the spectrum of mental health and its importance, with specific focus given to depression. However, depression is primarily associated with emotional pain, and the physical symptoms that manifest are largely ignored. For instance, many people are unaware that depression can affect one’s metabolism and lead to problems in the stomach. Here we will discuss six such physical symptoms of depression. 1. Reduction in pain tolerance To explain this in simple words – everything hurts more! Innumerable research studies have pointed out that depression and pain co-exist, and more often than not, the pain has a much more significant impact on people going through depression. For example, it is pretty common for a depressed individual to describe nerve pain as “feeling as if the nerves are on fire.” While one cannot find a reason for the pain, most anti-depressants prescribed by doctors help combat it. 2. Aching muscles There is a strong connection between depression and the body’s inflammatory response. People with depression usually feel okay in the morning, but their back aches once they are at work or sitting on a desk. While it is pretty easy to attribute this to bad posture, the chances are that it is, most likely, a case of depression.

The nerve cells in our brain carry messages from the brain to different body parts. These cells are covered with fatty tissues called myelin sheaths that protect them from damage. In multiple sclerosis or MS, our immune system destroys the protective covering and, hence, the nerve cells. This disrupts the communication between our body and brain, causing loss of balance, slurred speech, and other symptoms. This article discusses the types and risk factors for MS. Types of multiple sclerosis The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, engaged in research on MS, has categorized the disease into four types based on the symptoms and their duration: 1. Clinically isolated syndrome (CIS) The first episode of MS is called CIS. The symptoms usually last for at least 24 hours. If an MRI scan does not show any brain lesions, it was probably a one-off episode (or CIS) that will not reoccur. If there are lesions, the person is likely to develop the problem again. 2. Relapsing-remitting MS (RRMS) If a person keeps experiencing symptoms with periods of remission in between, it is called RRMS. During remission, patients may partially or entirely recover from the symptoms. 85% of MS patients have RRMS, and doctors say it is the most common type.

Veins carry blood with low oxygen to the heart for reoxygenation. While veins are found throughout our body, deep veins are located deep inside. We have seven such major deep veins in our bodies. If a blood clot or thrombus forms in a deep vein, it is called Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). It mostly affects deep veins in our arms and legs. If you do not treat it immediately, DVT can lead to serious complications. Given below are the complications that arise due to DVT and tips to prevent them. 1. Pulmonary embolism One of the most common complications from DVT is pulmonary embolism. The blood clot from the deep vein can break away and move into the bloodstream. As it travels, it can partly or completely block an artery. Pulmonary embolism can happen immediately after a thrombus or blood clot forms in the deep vein. It can also break away later. 2. Chronic venous insufficiency If the clot in the deep vein stays in the hands or legs for a long time, it may damage the vein or the valves. When the valves do not function properly, it causes the blood to flow away from the heart instead of towards it.

Eye conditions, even minor ones, can severely affect your daily functioning. A condition like dry eyes, caused by inadequate lubrication to the eye, can cause redness and inflammation. One can always consult a doctor for medication. However, there are viable home and natural remedies that one can depend on to treat dry eyes. 1. Placing a warm compress on the eyes When your tear glands function correctly, they ensure that your eyes remain well hydrated and irritation-free. There is a possibility that the oil-making glands along the corner of your eyes are clogged, leading to dry eyes. To unclog and loosen them, take a fresh cloth, wet it with warm water, and gently place it on your eyes. It can help in reducing inflammation, and the warmth can ease irritation. You can do this daily to relax and moisten your eyes. 2. Make sure to blink more It might seem redundant to ask someone to blink more, as it is essentially a reflex action. However, when you consciously remind yourself to blink more often, it can be a helpful remedy in treating dry eyes, especially if you are in front of a computer screen or any digital device for an extended period.

Sweating is an essential bodily function needed to cool down the body when there is physical exertion or when the temperature rises. It is also an involuntary response to stress. However, some people experience excessive sweating even when their body is relaxed or when they’re in a cool climate. This is known as hyperhidrosis and can be a cause of concern. Listed below are the five most common reasons for hyperhidrosis: 1. Genetics Many doctors believe that the root cause of hyperhidrosis could be genetics. If other members from your family sweat heavily, you too may be prone to heavy sweating. Primary hyperhidrosis is limited to the palms of your hands, the bottom of your feet, and the armpits. You may also sweat excessively in the head, which is a typical symptom of hyperhidrosis. Secondary hyperhidrosis occurs all over your body. Primary focal hyperhidrosis can be inherited genetically. Studies show that around 35% to 55% of people with hyperhidrosis have other family members with the same condition. This confirms that, to an extent, hyperhidrosis is hereditary. 2. Anxiety Anxiety is a mental health condition that causes symptoms like excessive sweating besides being fidgety. Around one in four people with anxiety have hyperhidrosis.

Scientists and doctors are working hard to find a cause and a subsequent cure for many diseases that affect millions worldwide. Finding the cause is crucial so that they can treat the cause rather than the symptoms. Migraine is one of the diseases with no established cause yet. Doctors believe that abnormal brain activity affects the blood vessels, chemicals, and nerve signals, leading to severe headaches. They attribute many factors like food, environment, and lifestyle as triggers for a migraine. Among the environmental triggers, here are the top five triggers you should avoid if you are affected by constant migraines. 1. Pollution Air pollution is among one of the top environmental migraine triggers. There are many pollutants in the air. Lead, sulfur, carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, and particulate matter can impact migraines’ frequency and intensity. Particulate matters may activate the sympathetic nervous system leading to migraines. 2. Barometric pressure We can observe barometric pressure changes before a rain or a storm. Weather can cause changes in serotonin, one of the chemicals in the brain. Serotonin dilates the blood vessels and triggers a migraine. Humidity can trigger migraines in warm climates. Barometric pressure causes dilation of blood vessels leading to increased release of serotonin, leading to migraine with aura.

Pulmonary arterial hypertension is a type of high blood pressure that affects the arteries present in the lungs and the right part of the heart. PAH  can block blood vessels in the lungs, slowing down the flow of blood and increasing the blood pressure in the arteries. This forces the to begin pumping harder, weakening its muscles. There are ways to identify PAH via its warning signs and symptoms. Read on to know the warning signs and symptoms of pulmonary arterial hypertension. 1. Fatigue and light-headedness If a person feels physically and mentally tired, then it can be defined as fatigue. They may feel lightheaded when doing any physical work. If they experience fatigue and light-headedness, then it can be a warning sign and symptom of PAH. They may feel dizzy and unsteady to focus on the task at hand. 2. Shortness of breath This condition is explained as a frightening sensation when a person cannot breathe normally, leading to suffocation. The medical term for severe shortness of breath is dyspnea. Many people who are out of shape usually experience shortness of breath. But if this condition happens frequently, then it can be a sign of a severe illness like pulmonary arterial hypertension.