Urticaria – also known as ‘hives’ – is an extremely common condition, with up to 20% of the population estimated to have been affected by it at one time or...
What is dermatitis? Dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin which may cause it to become red and itchy, often developing into a rash or in more acute cases causing...
Poor circulation normally affects adults and is frequently seen to accompany aging, but it is also possible for young children and babies to be affected, sometimes from birth. It is...
Conjunctivitis is a common condition, sometimes called pink eye, in which the conjunctiva – the thin layer of tissue across the front of the eye – becomes red and inflamed....
What is Candida? Candida is a fungus – a form of yeast which exists in every human body. In limited quantities it creates no problems but if it is allowed...
What is Shingles? Shingles, caused by the varicella herpes zoster virus, is an infection of a nerve and the surrounding skin. The main shingles symptoms are a painful rash developing into...
A wart is a small, raised growth with a shape resembling a cauliflower. Most people have warts at some time in their life, and they are particularly common in young...
Acid reflux, GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disorder), or ‘heartburn’ as it is often inaccurately called, are all terms used for the unpleasant burning sensation felt when some of the stomach’s contents...
Cold hands and feet: Cold hands and feet do not in themselves constitute an illness, but if they are ignored more serious health issues can arise in the future. Many...
Signs of a Pitta imbalance In cases of constant burning hands and feet or burning feet syndrome this is explained by Ayurveda as being due to a Pitta imbalance. Burning...