How to treat a stye in a baby

To treat a sty in a baby or child, it is recommended to place a warm compress on the eye 3 to 4 times a day to help alleviate the symptoms of the sty, reducing the discomfort felt by the child. Normally, a child’s stye heals on its own after about 5 days and, therefore, […]

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5 home remedies for vulvovaginitis (and how to do it)

Home remedies for vulvovaginitis, such as thyme and rosemary sitz bath, garlic tea with ginger or tea tree oil, for example, have antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory action, helping to alleviate symptoms of itching, irritation, redness, swelling and discharge. Vulvovaginitis is an inflammation of the vulva and vagina that can occur in all women and at […]

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Worms: what they are, symptoms, causes, transmission and treatment

Worms: what they are, symptoms, causes, transmission and treatment

Worms correspond to a group of diseases caused by parasites, popularly known as worms, which can be transmitted through the consumption of contaminated water and food or by walking barefoot, for example and, therefore, to avoid them it is It is important to always wash your hands before eating and after using the bathroom, in […]

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How to wash your nose for sinusitis (with a syringe or dropper)

How to wash your nose for sinusitis (with a syringe or dropper)

Nasal washing for sinusitis is an excellent home remedy to help with the treatment, as it helps to make the secretions accumulated on the face more fluid and thus promote their elimination, relieving the symptoms and discomfort of sinusitis. Furthermore, nasal washing is capable of promoting the dilation of the nasal canals, helping secretions to […]

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Strongyloidiasis: what it is, symptoms and treatment

Strongyloidiasis: what it is, symptoms and treatment

Strongyloidiasis is an intestinal infection caused by the parasite Strongyloides stercoralis, which causes symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain and excess intestinal gas. However, there is a more serious variant of the infection, which affects the lungs and circulation, causing fever above 38ºC, vomiting, coughing and shortness of breath. This worm infects people through the […]

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Ankle tendonitis: symptoms, causes and treatment

Ankle tendonitis: symptoms, causes and treatment

Ankle tendonitis is an inflammation of the tendons that connect the bones and muscles of the ankles, causing symptoms such as pain when walking, stiffness when moving the joint or swelling in the ankle, for example. Generally, ankle tendonitis is more common in athletes who do constant physical activity, such as running or jumping, due […]

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Tendinosis: what it is, symptoms and treatment

Tendinosis: what it is, symptoms and treatment

Tendinosis corresponds to the process of tendon degeneration, which often occurs as a consequence of tendinitis that has not been treated correctly. Despite this, tendinosis is not always related to an inflammatory process, and it is up to the doctor to identify tendinosis based on diagnostic tests, such as ultrasound and resonance, for example. In […]

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4 types of nebulization for sinusitis

4 types of nebulization for sinusitis

Nebulization is a great home treatment for sinusitis, whether acute or chronic, dry or with secretion, as it helps to humidify the airways and fluidize secretions, unblocking the airways and making breathing easier. Ideally, nebulization should be done 2 to 3 times a day, for approximately 15 to 20 minutes and, preferably, in the morning […]

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Trichuriasis (Trichuris trichiura): what it is, symptoms and treatment

Trichuriasis (Trichuris trichiura): what it is, symptoms and treatment

Trichuriasis is an infection caused by the parasite Trichuris trichiura whose transmission occurs through the consumption of water or food contaminated by feces containing eggs of this parasite. Trichuriasis causes intestinal symptoms, such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea and weight loss, for example. It is important that trichuriasis is identified and treated quickly to prevent […]

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Fungal sinusitis: what it is, symptoms and treatment

Fungal sinusitis: what it is, symptoms and treatment

Fungal sinusitis is a type of sinusitis that occurs when fungi manage to develop in the nasal cavity, causing inflammation that can cause serious damage to the nasal mucous membranes. This type of sinusitis is more common in regions with a hot and humid climate, occurring mainly in people who have a weakened immune system, […]

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