Natasha Francis Sengupta 
Acupressure points in the meridian of the leg, hand, abdomen, and pelvis are helpful with the treatment of pain associated with menstruation. Pressure points are used in acupressure, a Chinese alternative medicine technique. Acupressure is based on a concept of life energy, which flows through “meridians” or pathways in the body. In this concept, pain … Read more
Yes, it’s safe to use baby wipes on your face. The majority of baby wipe brands in the market are made of cotton, bamboo, non-woven blend, or polyester and saturated with water, oil, and cleansers. These wipes are usually hypoallergenic and are tested safe for the skin. However, if the objective of using the wipes on your … Read more
It’s normal to experience pain, discomfort, sensitivity for the first few days after a dental crown procedure. As you recover, the pain and inflammation linger for a few days, and should slowly subside over time. If the pain and discomfort associated with a temporary crown persist even after 2 weeks, you must return to your … Read more
The short answer is no because iodine and baby oil as a tanning mixture are very harmful to the skin. The blend of baby oil and iodine was used to achieve a summer tan for years. Yes, it can give you a nice-looking tan but, it attracts UV rays a lot more and, they penetrate … Read more
According to research by Best Practice & Research Clinical Gastroenterology, an acid rebound can last anywhere from 3 days to 2 months after withdrawing a patient from a treatment of acid-suppressing medication for at least 2 months. Acid rebound is a phenomenon that occurs after you stop taking acid-suppressing medications like Zantac. Researchers say that about 5% … Read more
If you experience a salty taste in your mouth after a tooth extraction, it could be due to the placement of resin-based materials such as sealants, bonds, cement, or composites after a dental procedure. This bad salty taste should resolve on its own after a couple of rinses or after an hour. Secondly, if the … Read more
Interstitial cystitis is a chronic condition causing bladder pain, pressure, and pelvic pain and, it is poorly understood. This condition is a part of a spectrum of diseases called painful bladder syndrome. The pumpkin seed oil has shown results for the prevention and treatment of urinary disorders like interstitial cystitis. Pumpkin seed oil is intriguing, … Read more
If you have undergone foot surgery, you may experience skin peeling. This peeling is normal and occurs due to a process called desquamation. Desquamation is a common occurrence where the outermost layer of the skin (epidermis) undergoes shedding and peels. After you have undergone foot surgery, it is vital to care for your incision properly till it … Read more
You might be perplexed if you are beginning to see white-colored objects in a different hue. If you see pink in your vision instead of white, the cause of that can be cataracts, multiple sclerosis, or macular edema. Let us look into how each situation affects your eyesight and color perception and the causes and … Read more
Pain associated with the lower back after surgery can cause worry because you may have something called failed back surgery syndrome, known as FBSS. Painful popping or cracking noises are often associated with spinal hardware, synovial fluid in the joints, bone grinding, sometimes with joint manipulation techniques, and even strain on the muscles, ligaments, cartilages, and … Read more
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