Lyme Disease, medically referred to as Lyme borreliosis is an infectious disease caused by ‘Borellia’ bacteria. It is transmitted through the bite of infected ticks carrying the bacteria. Though the disease is treatable, it can cause complications if medical intervention is delayed. Its initial stage symptoms are similar to common flu, so the symptoms and… Continue reading Lyme Disease Rash
Category: Skin-care
Itchy Hands and Feet (With or Without Rash)
Medically called pruritus, itching can be localized or generalized. The latter is typically a sign of some underlying systemic disorder, while localized itching, like itchy hands and feet, is often an indicator of some skin disease. Causes of itchy hands and feet Some of the common causes and associated symptoms of itchy hands and feet… Continue reading Itchy Hands and Feet (With or Without Rash)
Yellow Jacket Sting
Yellow jackets are wasps belonging to the Dolichovespula and genera Vespula family and occurring in North America. They are yellow and black just like honey bees, while some may be black in color or feature a reddish abdomen. Yellow jackets can sting without any incitement; these predatory insects do not leave their stingers behind and… Continue reading Yellow Jacket Sting
Sun Poisoning on Lips
When summer comes around, everybody takes to the beaches to enjoy fun-filled afternoons in the sun, or swim in their backyards. This is a wonderful time for everyone, unless you inadvertently spend too much time in the sun, without enough sunscreen. Over-exposure to the sun can give you a bad sunburn, especially around the lips… Continue reading Sun Poisoning on Lips