Horsefly attacks not only humans but animals too and feeds on the blood. The bites can prove to be extremely itchy and can cause unbearable pain along with toxic material that can enter the body through the bite. A horsefly is also known as a deer fly, gadfly and breeze fly. They are one of… Continue reading What to do for a Horsefly Bite?
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What do I do for Poison Sumac Rash?
Poison sumac rash is caused by an allergy reaction triggered when a person comes in contact with poison sumac plant. Poison sumac is a plant of the same species as poison ivy and poison oak. These plants contain a sap that is oily and irritating. When the sap gets in contact with skin, it results… Continue reading What do I do for Poison Sumac Rash?
Intertrigo
Intertrigo is inflammation of skin occurring in warm, moist areas of body particularly on the skin folds. It usually develops from chafing and rubbing of skin surface of body folds found in areas of inner thighs, armpits, genitalia, under breasts, behind ears, underside of belly, and the web spaces in toes and fingers. When it… Continue reading Intertrigo
Keratosis Pilaris
Keratosis pilaris is a common skin condition that is harmless but causes the skin to become rough and develop small acne-like bumps. This skin condition affects the arms, cheeks, thighs, and buttocks. There is no cure for this disorder but an individual can improve the rash by taking care of the skin and avoid using… Continue reading Keratosis Pilaris