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Itchy and Red Skin Rashes

One of the common complaints during summers is skin rashes. Almost every one of us at some point in suffers from itchy rashes. A number of the cause may be behind such as overheating, sweating a lot etc. Poor digestion and medication may also cause hives and rashes. These rashes create discomfort and are itchy and compels you to scratch that makes your condition even worse.

Itchy and Red Skin Rashes

Itchy and Red Skin Rashes

So what to do?

Do not worry we have home remedies for red and itchy skin summer rashes.

In some cases, skin rashes clear on its own in a few days without any treatment. However, to reduce the discomfort you may try home remedies. If rashes are serious it may be an indication of some serious skin or health issue and might need proper treatment under a qualified dermatologist.

To treat red itchy rashes caused due to summer there are creams, lotions and even antihistamines to provide relief.

You may also try home remedies given below if you do not want to go for conventional treatment.

Home Remedies For Itchy and Red Skin Rashes

Home Remedies For Itchy and Red Skin Rashes

You will also find home remedies effective to get rid of skin allergy or skin rashes that are bumpy, itchy, and chances with skin texture, appearance and colour. You will also find them helpful in skin rashes that are triggered by bacterial, viral and fungal infections. Still, after using the home remedies the rash persists consult a physician.

Home Remedies For Red And Itchy Skin Rashes.

1. Baking Soda To Reduce Red And Itchy Rash-

Baking soda has the property to dry the skin rashes and thus relieves inflammation and itching.

To three part of water add a part of baking soda and apply it to the affected part. You may also add baking soda to coconut oil and use it in the same way. Leave the paste on your skin for 15 minutes and then wash it off.

Baking Soda

Baking Soda To Reduce Red And Itchy Rash

*Make sure not to leave baking soda paste on your skin for long or it may cause irritation.

2. Cold Compress to Reduce Red And Itchy Rash-

if the rash is caused due to summer heat, poison ivy, insect bite or even shingles try cold compress for relief. This will ease inflammation, swelling and itching. Cold compress is useful mostly in rashes that begin to develop into a blister.

Takes an ice cube. You do not have to apply the ice cube directly to the skin or it may cause chilblains. Wrap the ice cube in cheesecloth and apply to the affected area for a few minutes. Repeat this a few times in a day.

3. Aloe vera To Get Rid of Red and Itchy Skin-

Not only aloe vera is anti-inflammatory but it also has antibacterial, antifungal, emollient and cooling properties. It is an excellent home remedy to treat lots of skin issues. It relieves itch and soothes the skin.

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera To Get Rid of Red and Itchy Skin

Extract the gel of fresh aloe vera leaf and apply it on your skin to relieve the symptoms.

4. Neem To Treat Red and Itchy Rash-

Neem is well- known for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-irritant and antiviral properties. It treats a number of skin issues such as scabies, psoriasis rashes, eczema and other skin infections. Being rich in antioxidants it revitalizes the cells. Clean and crush a handful of neem leaves to make a paste and apply the paste to the affected area. After 10 minutes wash it off. Repeat this every day. You may also boil neem and then strain and use the water to take a bath after the water cools down to tolerable temperature.

Neem has antiseptic properties that treats blemishes

Neem To Treat Red and Itchy Rash

5. Coconut Oil To Get Rid of Red and Itchy Rash

Coconut oil reduces eczema, eases irritation, soothes the itch and reduces the chances of secondary skin infection. It is antibacterial and has a cooling effect.

Coconut oil

Coconut Oil To Get Rid of Red and Itchy Rash

Apply coconut oil die only to the affected part a few times in a day.

Our skin provides us with protection and it is our duty to take care of our skin. Keep your skin covered, Keep it hydrated by drinking lots of water and practice hygiene routine like bathing daily, drying, wearing clean clothes etc. In addition, eating healthily is very important. Eat foods rich in fibre, vitamins and minerals. If you have hives, the best you can do is to prevent the allergen. Moreover, do not scratch.

Reference Link:
https://www.healthline.com/health/rashes
https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2012/04/red-itchy-rash

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Top 7 Home Remedies for Joint Pain and Arthritis https://homehealthbeauty.in/health/top-7-home-remedies-for-joint-pain-and-arthritis/ https://homehealthbeauty.in/health/top-7-home-remedies-for-joint-pain-and-arthritis/#respond Fri, 04 May 2018 09:40:33 +0000 http://homehealthbeauty.in/?p=7602 How to Reduce Joint Pain and Arthritis The body area where two or more bones meet is known as a joint. Joint helps to move and provides support to our body. A healthy joint is made up of cartilage, ligaments, tendons, bursas, synovial membrane, and synovial fluid. Any injury, strain or sprain to these structures causes […]

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How to Reduce Joint Pain and Arthritis

The body area where two or more bones meet is known as a joint. Joint helps to move and provides support to our body. A healthy joint is made up of cartilage, ligaments, tendons, bursas, synovial membrane, and synovial fluid. Any injury, strain or sprain to these structures causes joint Pain.

How to Reduce Joint Pain and Arthritis

How to Reduce Joint Pain and Arthritis

However, there are various disease conditions such as Inflammation of joints; gout may also cause joint pain. Inflammation of joint can affect a single, or multiple joints onset can be acute or chronic. Joint pain hampers your quality of life. It can be mild to severe.
There are over the counter topical medicines, physical therapy, injections and alternative therapies to manage joint pain. In this article, we are going to learn home remedies for joint pain.

Home Remedies for Joint Pain

Hot and Cold Compress

Cold compress constricts the blood vessels and eases pain and inflammation. Use ice packs for a cold compress. Do not apply ice directly to the skin or it may cause chilblains. Wrap ice cubes in cheesecloth and then apply it on the joints. Do not use a cold compress for more than 10-15 minutes. Doctors recommend cold compress before heat compress.

Cold compress

Cold compress

This method is often used as one of the preliminary treatment for joint pain. Alternating hot and cold compress relieves joint pain. It loosens the muscles and lowers inflammation. Heat increases the blood flow and relaxes muscles. You can use warm towels or hot water packs for heat therapy.

Hot Compress

Hot Compress

Alternatively, soak the affected joint in hot water baths. Do not apply hot compress for more than 15 minutes. If you notice redness stop it.

Alternating cold and heat therapy for joint pain is safe, but it not a treatment method. It should be paired with exercises and medications that are prescribed by qualified doctors for ease and comfort.

Turmeric

Turmeric is anti-inflammatory and a natural antioxidant. It has been used for ages in the treatment of various joint pains and arthritis.

Add a teaspoon of turmeric powder to a glass of warm milk. Have this milk daily before sleeping may also grate fresh turmeric milk, boil the milk, strain it, add teaspoon honey to taste and consume this milk.

Fenugreek seeds

Fenugreek is rich in iron, magnesium, manganese, vitamin B6. It has various phytonutrients like tigogenin, neotigogens, diosgenin and choline. Soak a teaspoon of fenugreek seeds in a ½ cup of water for overnight. Eat these seeds in empty morning stomach. Alternatively, finely ground fenugreek seed. Add a teaspoon of fenugreek seed powder to a glass of lukewarm water and drink it in the morning.

Epsom Salt-

Epsom salt contains sulfate and magnesium. Both the minerals are readily absorbed by the skin. Magnesium reduces inflammation, strengthens nerve and muscle function. Add a few teaspoons of Epson salt to your bathing water in the bathtub and soak yourself in it.

Garlic-

The anti-inflammatory property eases pain and swelling associated with arthritis. Garlic is rich in selenium and sulfur. When consumed daily, garlic stimulates the immune system, improves blood flow, and reduces swelling and pain. Selenium has antioxidant properties, which helps in reducing free radicals produced in the body.
Peel a garlic clove and eat it raw. If you experience stomach irritation, indigestion, and heartburn because of fresh garlic roast it or add it to cooking. Garlic infused mustard oil/sesame oil can also be used for massaging the affected area.

Apple Cider Vinegar-

Apple cider vinegar is rich in iron, potassium and sodium. It detoxifies the body. Add two teaspoon of organic apple cider vinegar in a glass of warm water. Also, add honey to taste. Drink the concoction before each meal.

Cayenne Pepper-

Cayenne pepper is high in potassium, manganese, Vitamin B-6, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, and Vitamin C. It is loaded with capsaicin that is a natural pain reliever, dilates the blood vessels and boosts metabolic rate. Capsaicin also has analgesic. Mix about two teaspoons of cayenne pepper powder in a cup of coconut oil and apply to the affected area. Leave it half an hour and rinse this with water.

*Do not use cayenne pepper to open wound or it may cause burning.

Always remember home remedies are not alternatives to medicines suggested by the doctor, but they will ease pain and discomfort.

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How to Get Rid of Gynecomastia or Man Boobs https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/men/how-to-get-rid-of-gynecomastia-or-man-boobs/ https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/men/how-to-get-rid-of-gynecomastia-or-man-boobs/#respond Mon, 29 Jan 2018 05:01:45 +0000 http://homehealthbeauty.in/?p=7116 What is Man Boobs Do you know what gynecomastia is? It is swelling of male breast tissue. Although this condition does not cause any health issue to worry about still for men, it is very embarrassing. Hormonal changes in the male during puberty is considered the cause of gynecomastia. The level of testosterone hormone reduce […]

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What is Man Boobs

Do you know what gynecomastia is? It is swelling of male breast tissue. Although this condition does not cause any health issue to worry about still for men, it is very embarrassing. Hormonal changes in the male during puberty is considered the cause of gynecomastia. The level of testosterone hormone reduce in men suffering from man boobs, and this condition may affect on for both the breast. Also, it is usually irregular in shape, and it developed into an irregular shape.

What is Man Boobs

What is Man Boobs

If you are a male with man boobs and want to get rid of it soon here are natural ways to get rid of it. Just read the article and follow the home remedies.

How To Get Rid Of gynecologist or Man Boobs

Cold Compress-

Gynecomastia makes your breast tender. This condition may also be painful. Cold compress reduces swelling and contracts the breast tissue. Wrap a few pieces of ice cubes in a cloth and apply it to your breast for a couple of minutes. Always remember application of ice cubes directly to the skin causes chilblains so better avoid it.

Cold Compress

Cold Compress

Eat foods rich in zinc-

The main cause of mam boobs is a low level of testosterone hormone. Food that contains zinc is good for increasing male hormones. Eat foods rich in zinc such as cashews, raisins, yoghurt, fortified cereals, chickpeas, and oysters. Add this food to your daily diets.

Turmeric-

Turmeric is a fat burner. It can naturally treat gynecomastia. Add two teaspoon turmeric to a cup of toned milk or a cup of water. Heat for 10 minutes. Stir it and consume the drink when it is warm. Drink it three times in a day

Turmeric

Turmeric

Passion Flower-

Chrysin present in passion flower reduces the breakdown of the male hormone testosterone. Steep a teaspoon of passion flower in a cup of boiling water. Strain and drink the concoction two times in a day.

Fish Oil-

Fish oil contains omega three fatty acids that reduce the level of estrogen and increases the level of male hormone in men. Consult your doctor to know the correct dose of fish oil tablet. You can also cold water fish such s salmon, mackerel, and tuna that are rich in fatty acids.

Fish Oil

Fish Oil

Daily Exercise-

Regular exercise such as cardio, weight lifting is helpful in getting rid of man boobs, Some of the exercise you will find useful are deadlift, reverse angle, dumbbell Bench. It is recommended to practice these exercise under the supervision of a trainer.

Daily Exercise

Daily Exercise

Flaxseed Oil-

Flaxseeds are rich in omega three fatty acid and as mentioned above omega-3 fatty acid stimulates the production of the male hormone. Also, it removes the harmful toxins out of the body. Add two teaspoon of flaxseed oil to a cup of boiled water and drink it once for a few days.

Epsom Salt Bath-

Epsom salt contains magnesium sulfate the eliminates the body toxins and reduces swelling as well as balances hormones. Add 2 cups of Epson salt to your bathtub and soak your self in it for 20 minutes. Repeat this two times in a week for a few weeks.

Epsom Salt Bath

Epsom Salt Bath

If you go to a doctor to get rid of gynecomastia, you will be recommended surgery, but we advise you to try any of the home remedies to get rid of man boobs before opting for surgery. You may try any one or combination of home remedies along with the changes in diet and regular exercise. Also, you need to take a few more steps such as no smoking, avoiding drugs for bodybuilding, avoiding drugs such as marijuana, not consuming alcohol, live stress-free by practicing yoga and meditation and eat organic food.

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How to Get Rid of Sweat Rash Under the Breast : Precautions and Home Remedies https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/women/how-to-get-rid-of-sweat-rash-under-the-breast-precautions-and-home-remedies/ https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/women/how-to-get-rid-of-sweat-rash-under-the-breast-precautions-and-home-remedies/#comments Thu, 11 Jan 2018 04:26:08 +0000 http://homehealthbeauty.in/?p=7039 How to Get Rid of Sweat Rash Under Breast Sweat rash under the breast is also known as intertrigo. Medically intertrigo is defined as inflammation of the skin that is moist and placed where skin folds rub against each other. These rashes are usually red, and there may be some white coloured material too on the […]

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How to Get Rid of Sweat Rash Under Breast

Sweat rash under the breast is also known as intertrigo. Medically intertrigo is defined as inflammation of the skin that is moist and placed where skin folds rub against each other. These rashes are usually red, and there may be some white coloured material too on the inflamed skin.

How to Get Rid of Sweat Rash Under Breast

How to Get Rid of Sweat Rash Under Breast

This condition is a result of skin to skin friction as well as due to candida fungus in most of the cases or Corynebacterium. Both candida fungus and corynebacteria thrive in the moist and warm environment, and so they quickly increase in number in the skin folds under the breast. Obese females and those with heavy breast are more prone to this issue.

We have several home remedies to rescue, but we first recommend you to meet your doctor to rule out eczema or psoriasis. If your dermatologist diagnoses it as sweat rash under the breast try out the home remedies mentioned below to get rid of it.

Home Remedies to Get Rid of Sweat Rash under Breast

1.Cold compress-

To soothe the rashes try a cold compress. It will ease itching and burning. Wrap ice in cheesecloth and apply to the affected area for 5 minutes. Repeat this 3-4 times in a day. Make sure not to use ice directly on the skin, or it may lead to chilblains.

Cold compress

Cold compress

*Make sure the cloth is clean or it may worsen the infection

2. Baking soda-

Baking soda is alkaline and helpful in treating many skin issues. Baking soda neutralises the skin pH and makes it difficult for the microorganism to grow. Also, baking soda soothes inflammation and removes dead skin cells. Mix one-fourth cup of baking soda to 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar to make a paste. Apply the paste to sweat rash. After 20 minutes wash it off. Repeat this two time in a day.

Baking soda

Baking soda

3.Garlic-

Garlic is antifungal and antiseptic. Cush 2-4 cloves of garlic and adding little water to it make a paste. Apply the paste to the affected area and leave it for 20 minutes. This is followed by washing it off. Repeat this two times in a day.

Garlic

Garlic

4. Chamomile-

Do you know chamomile being anti-inflammatory can be used to get rid of sweat rash under the breast? It is rich in volatile oils such as bisabolol oxides A, B and matricin. Also, it contains flavonoids. All these compounds are useful in minimising skin infections. Steep a bag of chamomile tea in a cup of water for 10 minutes. Strain the solution and with the help of a cotton ball apply it to the rashes. You will soon be relieved of itching and burning.

Chamomile Tea

Chamomile Tea

5. Turmeric-

Turmeric has been used for ages to treat skin diseases. It contains curcumin that is antibacterial, antiseptic a anti-inflammatory. Add a half teaspoon of turmeric powder to a glass of boiling water and simmer for 15 minutes. When the solution cools down, wash the affected area with it. If your rashes aren’t grooves, make a paste of turmeric powder by adding sufficient amount of water and then apply you t to the affected part. Rinse it off after half an hour. Repeat this 2-3 times in a day.

Turmeric

Turmeric

6. Aloe vera-

Aloe vera has soothing and cooling property. It is nati-inflammatory, antifungal and antibacterial. It also removes the dead skin cells and heals the rashes. Extract fresh gel from aloe vera leaf and apply it to rashes under the breast. Leave it for 20 minutes and then rinse it off with water. Repeat this two times in a day.

Aloe vera

Aloe vera

7. Coconut oil-

Now this is the most straightforward and readily available home remedy. Lauric acid present in coconut makes it an ideal treatment for any skin issues as it is antibacterial and antifungal. Also, it relieves itch and soothes burns. Just apply coconut oil 3-4 time in a day to the affected area and forget.

Coconut Oil

Coconut Oil

Precautions to Prevent Sweat Rash under Breast

To avoid rash sweat under breast under your skin under the breast correctly every day with soap and water. Dry out the area and then apply talcum powder before wearing clothes. Always use a mild soap. Make sure the bra and your dress is not too tight. Before sleeping it’s better to remove the bra and wear loose clothing. Wash your clothes correctly, and in case you are a diabetic meet your doctor.

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Blue Balls: Causes and Home Remedies to Get Rid Of Blue Balls Fast https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/men/blue-balls-causes-home-remedies/ https://homehealthbeauty.in/people/men/blue-balls-causes-home-remedies/#respond Thu, 14 Dec 2017 04:59:14 +0000 http://homehealthbeauty.in/?p=6850 What are Blue Balls? Hypertension. It is a condition where blood and fluid get accumulated in men’s penis resulting in pain and discomfort. It is not a severe health issue, and the pain and discomfort ease after ejaculation. However, there are also home remedies to get rid of blue balls fast. But before getting into […]

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What are Blue Balls?

Hypertension. It is a condition where blood and fluid get accumulated in men’s penis resulting in pain and discomfort. It is not a severe health issue, and the pain and discomfort ease after ejaculation. However, there are also home remedies to get rid of blue balls fast.

What is Blue Balls

What is Blue Balls

But before getting into the details about the home remedies let me first explains what causes blue balls.

What Causes Blue Balls

During the sexual intercourse, first, there is the phase of excitement where the blood flow to the genitals is promoted, and this leads to an erection. With arousal, there is increase in the blood pressure exerted on the genitals wit increases blood flow.

What causes blue balls

What causes blue balls

On reaching organs as the production of non-adrenaline is increased, and muscles and penile arteries contract are leading to backflow of the blood out of the penis and penis becomes soft again. But when due to some reasons a man does not reach orgasm after being sexually stimulated and reaches plateau excitement phase the blood gets trapped in the penis and the testicles. There is increased in blood pressure of penis resulting discomfort and pain. There is also a bluish tinge because of which the condition is named as blue balls.

Natural Ways to Get Rid of Blue Balls

Massage-

Massage is one of the simplest ways to treat blue balls. Massaging the affected area relaxes penis and makes it lie down. It promotes the flow of blood, and once the blood starts moving again, you are immediately relieved from both pain and discomfort.

Massage

Massage

Masturbation-

Masturbation is one of most effective and natural way to get rid of blue balls. Ejaculation provides relief to pain and discomfort caused due to trapped blood.

Cold Compress-

Cold numbs and relieves pain. Take cold shower or wrap an ice a cheese cloth and apply to gentials for a few seconds. Wait for a minutes or two and again repeat it. Do this for a couple of minutes

* However, cold compress may also make your condition worse as it may cause constriction of blood vessels trapping the blood.

Warm towel-

Using a hot towel to soothe the pain caused due to epididymal hypertension. Just damp a towel with warm water and place it over your genitals for 20 minutes. Repeat this 3 to 4-times in a day.

Lifting something heavy-

Lifting something but tolerable weight causes changes in blood pressure and you will find immediate relief. But remember weight should be bearable and lifted slowly.

Lifting something heavy

Lifting something heavy

Work out-

Work out diverts the blood flow to other parts of the body and away from the penis, so try some push-ups for relief.

Work out

Work out

Divert your mind-

Delivery your mind from sexual thoughts that are arousing you. Think about family members, job, food, traveling or your favorite daily soap and release the pressure on genitals.

Getting rid of blue balls is not tough. Even if you do not try any of the above natural ways, still it will go in a while. But, if you cannot wait or bear the pain, then the above mentioned treatments are for your rescue.
In case you experience excruciating pain that lasts for more than a couple of days visit a doctor for the diagnosis of underlying diseases.

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6 Effective Home Remedies for an Earache|Get Earache Relief Naturally https://homehealthbeauty.in/health/home-remedies-for-an-earache/ https://homehealthbeauty.in/health/home-remedies-for-an-earache/#respond Thu, 07 Dec 2017 06:40:27 +0000 http://homehealthbeauty.in/?p=6833 How to Get Rid of Earache If you are suffering from a miserable earache and looking for ways to get rid of it, you are on the right page. An earache can be very annoying as the irritating pain distracts you and accounts for sleepless nights. Also in some cases, earache is present along with decreased […]

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How to Get Rid of Earache

If you are suffering from a miserable earache and looking for ways to get rid of it, you are on the right page. An earache can be very annoying as the irritating pain distracts you and accounts for sleepless nights. Also in some cases, earache is present along with decreased hearing or buzzing noise, and thus, it becomes a significant matter of concern.

How to Get Rid of Earache

How to Get Rid of Earache

An earache is more common in children, but there are many reasons because of which even adults may suffer from it. It may be caused due to an assortment of diseases or may be referred pain of sinusitis or mastoiditis. Let us have a look at the common causes of an earache.

Common causes of an earache are earwax blockage, ear infection, barotrauma, sore throat, sinusitis, mastoiditis, tonsillitis, clogged water or any foreign body in the ear, ear injury and other neurological disorders.

If an earache is mild, then do not worry. There are several herbal ingredients available on your kitchen shelf that are very effective in soothing an earache. Below in this article, we have compiled top 7 home remedies for a earache that is effective, easily available and totally safe.

Six Effective Home Remedies for an Earache

1.Garlic-

Earache many times are very intense and heart-wrenching. To provide instant relief garlic is considered the foremost home remedy. Alliin and allinase are two compounds present in garlic that acts as a natural painkiller. Also, garlic is anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial thus it very effectively fights infection.

Garlic

Garlic

Take one or two pods of garlic and peel it. Take mustard oil in a small pan. Now add the pods of garlic to it. Heat it till the pods get brown. Put the pan on the flame. Strain the oil and discard the garlic cloves. Let the oil cool down up to the temperature that is bearable. With the help of a sterilized dropper, pour a few drops of the oil in the affected ear.With the help of a cotton ball plug your ear so that oil will not come out.

2.Hot compress-

In most of the cases of pain, hot compress works like wonder. Same is the case with an earache. Hot compress promotes the circulation of the blood and thus eases the pain.

Hot compress

Hot compress

Take a clean cotton pouch. Fill it with heated rice grains. Check whether the temperature is bearable or not. Press the pouch over the ear for 10 minutes.

3.Cold compress-

Cold compress reduces inflammation and thus is found helpful in reducing earache. You may use an ice pack or a pack of frozen peas for this purpose. But remember, do not directly apply a cold compress to the skin or it may cause chilblains. Wrap the ice pack in cheesecloth before using it.

4.Onion-

Onion is easily available in everyone’s kitchen. Since ages, onion has been used as a traditional home remedy for ear ache. The red fumes of the onion that make us cry have magical medicinal properties. Onion alleviates pain, reduces inflammation and eliminates the infection.

Onion

Onion

Just extract onion juice and pour a few drops of it in your ears. You can also try hot compress with onion to ease the discomfort and pain.
Take an onion and cut into slices. Put onion slices in the microwave. Wrap the warm onion in a cotton cloth. Check if the temperature is bearable. Place the cloth against the affected ear for 10 minutes. Repeat this several times in a day.

5.Basil leaves-

This superb herb is considered very sacred because of its property to make the environment free from harmful micro-organisms. Basil leaves are also very effective in reducing pain and inflammation. To treat ear infection crush basil leaves to extract its juice. Pour a few drops of the juice in the infected ear. Repeat this for 5 to 7 days, and you will witness the relief.

Basil leaves

Basil leaves

6.Tea tree oil-

Tea tree oil or melaleuca oil is an excellent antiviral, antibacterial and antiseptic. But like other essential oil, it should be diluted before being used. To ease an earache better dilute it with olive oil or almond oil. Below, is a DIY home remedy for ear ache using tea tree oil.

Tea tree oil

Tea tree oil

Take three drops of tea tree oil, one teaspoon vinegar and two tablespoons of olive oil. Mix the ingredients. Slightly warm the mixture. With the help of a dropper pour a few drops of the moisture in your ear. Repeat this three times in a day for 2 days.

We hope you find this article helpful. In most of the cases, home remedies for an earache are enough to provide quick relief.

If you have an ear infection, natural remedies will ease the pain. This will make your condition bearable until the time your immune system fights off the infection.

But the effectiveness of the home remedies also depends on the cause of an earache. In the case of referred pain due to a blocked nose, steam inhalation proves to be effective. If you have a cavity, then you need to consult a dentist. If you are traveling through air plain, do keep a cotton ball in your ear or chew something to prevent the discomfort caused due to the pressure changes.
If in the case your earache is severe or is accompanied by fever, fluid oozing from ear or decreased hearing do consult your doctor immediately.

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5 Home Remedies to Get Rid of Black Eye Fast https://homehealthbeauty.in/body/eye-care/home-remedies-to-get-rid-of-black-eye-fast/ https://homehealthbeauty.in/body/eye-care/home-remedies-to-get-rid-of-black-eye-fast/#comments Tue, 01 Aug 2017 06:03:20 +0000 http://homehealthbeauty.in/?p=6213 How to Get Rid of Black Eye Fast Oops! Something bumped on your head and now you have developed black eye. A black eye may be defined as Bruising of the tissues that surround the skin under the eye. It may be painful and the surrounding area may be swollen causing difficulty for you to open […]

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How to Get Rid of Black Eye Fast

Oops! Something bumped on your head and now you have developed black eye.
A black eye may be defined as Bruising of the tissues that surround the skin under the eye. It may be painful and the surrounding area may be swollen causing difficulty for you to open your eye. Also, there may be temporarily blurring of the vision.

How to Get Gid of Black Eye Fast

How to Get Rid of Black Eye Fast

What are the Causes of Black Eye

The black eye commonly develops following a blow or punch to the face, accident, fall or cosmetic surgery. It happens due to the burst of small blood vessels resulting into the blood to ooze and accumulate around the skin under the eyes. This turns the area surrounding the eye purple or bluish.
A black eye is not serious if there is no sever injury. It takes one or couple of week for the black way to heal. Simple care and home remedies are enough to get rid of a black eye fast.

What are the Home Remedies to Get Rid of Black Eye

1.Cold Compress

Cold compress must be the first line of treatment to get rid of a black eye. Application of cold compresses the blood vessels. This stops the internal bleeding. Also, this reduces pain, inflammation, and swelling.

Cold Compress

Cold Compress

A cold compress should be the instant home remedy to treat a black eye. But do remember ice should not be applied directly on the skin or it will cause a chilblain. Wrap the pieces of ice in a cheesecloth and apply it on the area surrounding eyes for 5-10 minutes. Repeat this several times in a day.

2. Potato

If you want to get rid of a black eye fast then try potato. Potato contains enzymes that are known to suppress the blood and reduce pain and swelling.

Potato

Potato

Grate a potato and extract its juice. Apply potato juice over the black eye with the help of a cotton ball. Leave it for 20 minutes and then rinse it off with water. Repeat this every day and just in a few days, you will get the desired result.

3.Calendula

Calendula is used to minimize inflammation. It promotes healing and reduces swelling. Steep a handful of calendula flower petals in a cup of water and leave it for 15 minutes.

Calendula

Calendula

Strain the solution and place it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes apply this solution on the affected area with the help of a cotton ball. Repeat this 2-3 times in a day.

4. Olive Oil or Coconut Oil Massage

Both the natural oils are known to relieve inflammation and swelling and also acts as skin lightening agents. Gently massage the area surrounding the affected eye for 5 minutes.

Olive Oil or Coconut Oil Massage

Olive Oil or Coconut Oil Massage

5.Warm Compress to Get Rid of a Black Eye

If you received black eye a few days back then try warm compress to improve the blood circulation and disperse the accumulated blood. Dip a clean cloth or a cotton ball in the warm water. Wring the cloth to remove extra water and place it over the affected area until the cloth cools. Repeat this a few times in a day.

Warm Compress to Get Rid of a Black Eye

Warm Compress to Get Rid of a Black Eye

The home remedies to get rid of the black eye are only for the cases that are not serious. You need to go to the nearest trauma centre if you experience two black eyes, loss of consciousness, double vision, loss of vision, bleeding from eyes, unable to move eye or feel as if something is stuck in the eye or is pricing your eyes. Also, meet
your doctor immediately after you develop black eye if you are on blood thinning medicines or have heamophilia.

Along with the home remedies, you also need to keep a few points in mind to get rid of a black eye fast. Sleep with your head elevated with the help of pillows for the first 24 hours after getting the black eye. Avoid rubbing the affected area. Get sound sleep for 7-8 hours, drink lots of water and wear shades before going out in the sun.
Remeber one thing safety should be always a priority. So while riding a bike always wear a helmet. Do fasten your seat belts while rising in a car. check gear and brakes before rides.

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Dry Socket: Causes, Symptoms and Management with Home Remedies https://homehealthbeauty.in/body/oral-care-tips/dry-socket-causes-symptoms-and-management-with-home-remedies/ https://homehealthbeauty.in/body/oral-care-tips/dry-socket-causes-symptoms-and-management-with-home-remedies/#respond Fri, 05 May 2017 00:10:36 +0000 http://homehealthbeauty.in/?p=5600 Have you heard the term dry socket. It’s a dental issue that one has to face after getting their tooth pulled out. Seriously, it’s not an enjoyable experience and you have to also face discomfort afterwards. Usually the pain is not so intense and goes in a few days. But in case it is intense, […]

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Have you heard the term dry socket. It’s a dental issue that one has to face after getting their tooth pulled out. Seriously, it’s not an enjoyable experience and you have to also face discomfort afterwards. Usually the pain is not so intense and goes in a few days. But in case it is intense, you need some treatment and the condition is termed as dry socket.

Dry Socket: Causes, Symptoms and Management with Home Remedies

Dry Socket: Causes, Symptoms and Management with Home Remedies

What is Dry Socket

Dry socket may be defined as a painful dental issue that troubles after the removal of tooth in adults. It’s a complication of tooth extraction. Usually it follows wisdom tooth extraction. Medically this condition is termed as alveolar osteitis.

What Cause Dry Socket

Dry happens when the formation of the blood clot that is a normal healing process fails. It may also be a result of a dislodged blood clot.

Cause Dry Socket

Cause Dry Socket

What are the Symptoms of Dry Socket

Dry socket usually causes throbbing and aching pain in the jaw or gum. You will find a dry socket at the site from where the tooth is removed. In general you should find a blood clot at the site from where the tooth is removed, but in the case of dry socket bone is exposed and there is no blood clot. Usually the pain starts after 2 days of tooth extraction, gets intense with the time and radiates to the ears. Other symptoms that accompany are unpleasant smell, bad breadth and bad taste in mouth.

Individuals who are Likely to Suffer from Dry Socket

Dry socket usually affects individuals who smoke, individuals who do not care for oral hygiene, who have a wisdom tooth removed, women who take contraceptives, trauma, history of dry socket. If you rinse your mouth a lot or drink through a straw after tooth extraction even these two factors increase the risk of dry socket.

Suffer from Dry Socket

Suffer from Dry Socket

Management of Dry Socket

To relieve your symptoms, your dentist will give you painkillers. Debris is removed from the hole and the socket is filled with a special paste to fasten healing process. Every day dressing is needed for a few days until the healing happens and you get rid of the pain. Also antibiotics are prescribed. In a few weeks dental socket heals and then there is a dental implant.

Management of Dry Socket

Management of Dry Socket

What are the Home Remedies to Treat Dry Socket

1.Cold Compress-

The best way to get rid of the pain caused due to dry socket is cold compress. It creates numbness and this reduces the pain. Take a few pieces of ice and wrap it in a piece of cloth. Hold it on the affected part for 15 minutes. If you do not have ice cubes, then wet a towel with chilled water, strain it and repeat the same. Repeat this a few times in a day for 2-3 days.

Cold Compress

Cold Compress

2.Apple Cider Vinegar-

Apple cider vinegar maintains the pH level of the mouth. It eliminates the harmful bacteria and reduces the chances of infection. Also, due to the anti-inflammatory properties it reduces the pain, discomfort and swelling. This heals dry socket forever. Mix apple cider vinegar and water in equal ratio and rinse your mouth with it. Repeat this a few times in a day until healing occurs.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple Cider Vinegar

3.Garlic-

Garlic is one of the potential medicine for dry socket. It has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial. The natural antibiotic property of garlic removes the risk of infection and relieves pain and swelling. Crush a clove of garlic and extract its juice. Apply it to the affected area and leave it for a few minutes. Then rinse your mouth with water. 

Garlic

Garlic

4.Clove Oil-

Clove oil has a numbing effect. It is a natural analgesic and anesthetic and can soothe pain. Put a drop of clove oil on a cotton ball and thrust it at the site of the wisdom tooth. Remove it after a few minutes. Repeat this 2 times in a day.

Clove Oil

Clove Oil

5.Tea Bag-

Green tea contains tannic acid. It acts as a natural antibiotic. It is very effective in reducing pain and swelling. Steep a tea bag in hot water for a 10 minutes and then keep the tea bag in refrigerator. After 30 minutes, remove it from the freezer and put it over a dry socket for 15 minutes. Continue this for a few days.

Tea bag

Tea bag

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