Tooth decayis because of bacteria in the mouth that eats away at tooth enamel. This can lead to acavity(a hole in the tooth). Common cavity symptoms include tooth pain or sensitivity and visible changes in the tooth, like holes or pits. Gravity Images / Getty Images Also, it’s possible to have a cavity and not feel anything. Teeth in the back of the mouth are where cavities often occur. Cavities most commonly pop up on chewing surfaces and between teeth....
Amoxicillinis an antibiotic from thepenicillin class. These rashes can be mild to severe, often looking like small pink spots or hives. This article will discuss what an amoxicillin rash looks like, the symptoms, and how to treat it. blackCAT / Getty Images It will also cover when to contact a healthcare provider. blackCAT / Getty Images What Does an Amoxicillin Rash Look Like? Anamoxicillin rashcan be from a trueamoxicillinallergy or a nonallergic cause....
Chlorine is a chemical used in cleaning products, such as bleach, and for disinfecting swimming pools. Along with other cleaning ingredients, chlorine’s primary role in cleaning products is disinfecting by killing germs. If you or someone else experiences signs of chlorine poisoning, its crucial to get prompt emergency medical attention. Oleg Breslavtsev / Getty Images You might also inhale very diluted chlorine in the air around a pool. Even swallowing a few drops of pool water should not be dangerous....
It is common on the face but can occur anywhere on the body. Congested skin can look dull and feel bumpy, flaky, or rough. It can also lead to problems such as acne. nikkimeel /Getty Images It can often be treated at home but may require medical treatment in some cases. Discuss the benefits and risks with your healthcare provider before trying medications. What Can Cause It? Inadequate skincare routine is the most common cause of congested skin....
Fructoseis a sugar found in fruit, vegetables, and sweeteners. While you may have heard of people needing to gogluten-freeor having alactose intolerance, some people have fructose intolerance. This article will discuss the types of fructose intolerance, including causes and risk factors. d3sign / Getty Images Also learn symptoms, diagnosis, and how to manage this condition. d3sign / Getty Images What Is Fructose? Fructose is one of the naturally occurring sugars....
This article has pictures of what head lice look like. You will learn how to tell if your child has live lice or just lice eggs. Once you know for sure that your child has lice, you could get treatment. Illustration by Joules Garcia for Verywell Health Lice eggs are callednits. They are very tinyabout the size of a knot in a strand of thread. They are oval-shaped, usually a yellowish-white color, and are firmly attached to the sides of hair shafts....
Nasalpolypsare soft, noncancerous growths that can develop in your nose or sinuses. See your healthcare provider to get an accurate diagnosis and treatment. This article explains how nasal polyps form and what they feel like. saulpranda / Getty Images They occur more commonly in people with certain medical conditions. It’s possible to have nasal polyps and not even know it. With these symptoms, it’s important to get an accurate diagnosis....
Psoriasis and dandruff can both trigger itching and flaky scalp skin. Dandruff is usually the result of normal skin yeast overgrowth on the scalp. Reproduced with permission from DermNet New Zealand and Waikato Hospitalwww.dermnetnz.org2023. Psoriasis on the scalp.Reproduced with permission from © DermNet New Zealand and © Waikato Hospitalwww.dermnetnz.org2023. Appearance Bothscalp psoriasisand dandruff can cause dry, flaky skin on your scalp. Kiran Thakur / Getty Images 2. Location you’re free to get dry skin anywhere on your body....
GabrielPevide / Getty Images Fingernail health can be reflective of a person’s overall health. Nails should be hard, uniform in color, and without any chips or breaks. Fingernail changes may be from a vitamin deficiency, injury, or an infection. GabrielPevide / Getty Images How Healthy Fingernails Look and Feel Healthy fingernails are shiny, smooth, and consistent in color. The nail should not be broken or cracked. The nails should feel firm throughout....
Although they can look and feel similar, there are differences between aboiland acyst. Cysts and boils can be easily confused with each other. This article describes how a boil and a cyst differ in their symptoms, causes, and treatment. Zay Nyi Nyi / Getty Images What Are Boils and Cysts? Boils and cysts may be similar in their presentation but are entirely different in why they occur. Acarbuncleis a cluster of boils that extend into deeper tissues which can lead to the formation of anabscess....
Genital pimples and herpes sores can look similar but have key differences. Pimples stem from clogged hair follicles, while herpes sores are viral blisters that break into painful ulcers. Also, pimples appear in hairy areas, while herpes sores form onmucous membranesand smooth skin. Illustration by Julie Bang for Verywell Health Genital herpes is asexually transmitted infection(STI) that causes recurring outbreaks, often with flu-like symptoms. Illustration by Julie Bang for Verywell Health...
Even though the rashes look much the same, their causes, treatments, and prevention are different. This article discusses shingles and poison ivy rashes, focusing on symptoms and key differences. Suriyawut Suriya / Getty Images Shingles Rash vs. Suriyawut Suriya / Getty Images Poison Ivy Rash Though these rashes can look similar, shingles and poison ivy rashes have some distinct differences. Shingles Shingles is a reactivation of thevaricella-zoster virusthat causeschickenpox. Can Shingles Be Everywhere on the Body?...
Michele Ursi / Getty Images 1. Medical History Gathering your medical history is an integral part of diagnosing atopic dermatitis. There are also environmental triggers for atopic dermatitis. Michele Ursi / Getty Images Visual Exam A healthcare provider will carefully examine your skin if they think you could have atopic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis has a typical pattern, which varies by age group. This includes: 3. In some cases, they may order an allergy blood test, or theradioallergosorbent (RAST) test....
