HERBS AND CURES

RABIES

 

INTRODUCTION:

 

Rabies (Latin, rabies, "madness, rage, fury") is a viral zoonotic disease that causes acute encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) in mammals. In non-vaccinated humans, rabies is almost invariably fatal after neurological symptoms have developed, but prompt post-exposure vaccination may prevent the virus from progressing.

 

Rabies is a deadly disease caused by a virus that can infect humans, pets, livestock and wildlife. Preventing the disease in animals provides the best means of protection to humans.

Rabies is a serious illness caused by a virus that infects the nervous system. Rabies produces a characteristic rapidly progressive disease of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord nerves). Rabies is generally fatal if untreated.

 

Early warning signs of rabies include anxiety, difficulty swallowing, convulsions, and, in some patients, paralysis.

 

DEFINITION:

 Rabies is a rare but serious disease caused by a virus. The virus that causes rabies is carried in saliva. It is transmitted when an infected animal bites another animal. Rabies affects humans and other mammals.

Another name for rabies is hydrophobia (pronounced HI-dro-fo-bee-uh). Hydrophobia means "fear of water."

 

SYMPTOMS OF RABIES:

 

The symptoms of Rabies include,

 

* Low-grade fever (102 degrees F or lower)

 

* Pain at the site of the bite

 

* Exaggerated sensation at the bite site

 

* Swallowing difficulty (drinking produces spasms of the larynx) or swallowing difficulty with liquids only

 

* Restlessness

 

* Excitability

 

* Muscle spasms

 

* Convulsions

 

* Numbness and tingling

 

* Loss of muscle function

 

* Loss of feeling in an area of the body

 

* Drooling

 

* Anxiety, stress, and tension

 

* Positive Babinski's reflex.

 

CAUSES OF RABIES:

 

Rabies is caused by a virus. Usually transmitted to humans through the bite from an infected animal (rabid dogs) and less frequently by cats.

 

MEDICAL TREATMENT FOR RABIES:

 

* Treatment to prevent rabies has 3 essential components if a high probability of viral transmission exists. Depending on the likelihood the animal has rabies and, in some cases, the availability of the animal for observation, your doctor may not initiate the latter 2 steps involving shots against the rabies virus.

 

* Wound care involving soap and a virus-killing cleanser (this should always be done)

 

* A one-time injection of human rabies immune globulin (or HRIG), which is a substance that provides rapid, short-term protection against rabies

 

* Injection of the first of a series of vaccine doses to provide protection against rabies after an exposure.

 

* As soon as a bite has been sustained, immediate first aid is vital.

* The likelihood of infection is determined by the extent of rabies in the area, the species of the attacking animal and whether the attack was unprovoked.

* The closer a bite is to the face, the greater the risk, since the virus has a shorter distance to travel to the brain.

* Preventive treatment after exposure to infection is the only way to stop the fatal disease developing. Treatment is both by giving specific immunoglobulin (passive immunisation) and by administration of a normal vaccination (active immunisation).

* The disease usually takes long enough to develop in humans to allow the body's immune response to be stimulated by the vaccination, before the symptoms of rabies manifest themselves.

 

VACCINE FOR RABIES:

 

* Five doses of rabies vaccine are given by injection over a 28-day period. The vaccine helps your immune system to make antibodies against the rabies virus.

 

* Adults and older children get the injection in the muscle of the upper arm; infants and children less than 18 months of age get the injection in the thigh muscle.

 

* Side effects may include fever, headache, nausea, muscle aches and dizziness. There may be tenderness and swelling where the needle was given.

 

PREVENTION FOR RABIES:

 

Prevention of rabies depends on decreasing the disease in the animal kingdom. Avoid contact with wild animals and strays. Have your pets vaccinated against rabies. Keep pets under control and away from wild animals and strays.

 

SELF-CARE AT HOME:

 

When bitten by an animal, you should always care for the wound immediately by washing it out with soap, water, and some sort of commercial antiseptic iodine solution, if available. This will help kill the common bacterial germs that may be passed by the bite but also has been shown to decrease the likelihood of transmission of the rabies virus, should the animal be rabid.

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SESAME SEEDS

 

INTRODUCTION:

 

Sesame (Sesamum indicum) is a flowering plant in the genus Sesamum. The precise natural origin of the species is unknown, although numerous wild relatives occur in Africa and a smaller number in India. It is widely naturalised in tropical regions around the world and is cultivated for its edible seeds.

 

DESCRIPTION:

 

The sesame is a well known oilseed. It is probably the oldest of all cultivated seed crops. It has been regarded as a food of high value throughout Asia since ancient times.

 

Sesame is a variable annual herb, one to two metre tall, covered with glandular hairs and with a somewhat foetid or pungent smell. The seeds are small, smooth, white, red or black.

 

POWER OF SESAME SEEDS:

 

Sesame seed kernels are a nourishing food. The hard husk of sesame seeds must be removed prior to consumption, for it is abrasive on the intestines and rather bitter, due to its high concentration of oxalic acid. The husk is also very rich in calcium, iron and vitamin B I, but these are unfortunately non ­extractable by human digestive means.

 

NATURAL BENEFITS OF SESAME SEEDS:

 

There are three varieties of sesame seeds; black, white and red. The black variety yields the best quality of oil and is also best suited for medicinal purposes. The white seeds are extremely rich in calcium and are useful in all cases of calcium deficiency. The red variety is exceptionally rich in iron. The seeds are emollient that softens the skin, nourishing tonic, emmenagogue that stimulates menstruation, demulcent or soothing, laxative, diuretic and fattening.

 

The oil extracted from sesame seeds is of very high medicinal quality. Charak, the great medical authority of ancient India, has said that of all the oils, the gingelly or sesame-oil is the best. It has the finest flavor and a high boiling point. This latter quality is important from the health point of view, for it indicates that less molecular restructuring takes place in sesame oil than any other seed oil.

 

MEDICINAL USES OF SESAME SEEDS:

 

Piles:

 

 

Sesame seeds are highly beneficial in the treatment of piles. They can be taken in the form of decoction or as sweet‑meats. Ground to paste with water, they are given with butter for bleeding piles.

 

Skin Disorders:

 

A poultice of the sesame seeds can be applied externally with beneficial results over ulcers, burns and scalds. External application of a mixture of equal parts of sesame oil and lime water is also effective in these conditions. The oil is also used as a substitute for olive oil in pharmaceutical preparations for external uses.

 

Anemia:

 

Black sesame seeds, as a rich source of iron, are valuable in anemia. An emulsion of the seeds is prepared by grinding and straining them after soaking them in warm water for a couple of hours. This emulsion, mixed with a cupful of milk and sweetened with jaggery, should be given to patients suffering from anemia.

 

Dysentery and Diarrhoea:

 

Sesame seeds are useful in dysentery and diarrhoea. Two tablespoonfuls of the seeds should be lightly roasted on a frying pan. They should then be ground into fine powder and mixed with one tablespoon of cow's ghee. The mass should be divided into three parts. Each part should be used with boiled goat's milk thrice daily for six days by the patients suffering from chronic dysentery or diarrhoea. It acts as an excellent medicine in these conditions.

 

Abortion:

 

Sesame seeds are traditionally used as a medicine for causing abortion. One tablespoonful of the seeds should be ground with equal quantity of palm jaggery and used twice daily in the early stage of pregnancy for this purpose. It excites the uterine contractions and thus expells the fertilized ovum.

 

Respiratory Disorders:

 

The seeds are valuable in respiratory disorders. An infusion of sesame seeds, mixed with a tablespoonful of linseed, a pinch of common salt and a desertspoonful of honey, should be given once at night with beneficial results, in acute and chronic bronchitis, pneumonia and asthma. It acts as an expectorant.

 

Menstrual Disorders:

 

Half a teaspoon of powder of sesame seeds taken with hot water twice daily acts excellently in reducing spasmodic pain during menstruation in young unmarried anemic girls. Its regular use, two days prior to the expected periods, cures scanty menstruation. Warm hip bath containing a handful of bruised sesame seeds should be simultaneously taken along with this recipe.

 

Hair Disorders:

 

Crushed leaves of sesame are considered beneficial in the treatment of dandruff. A decoction made from the leaves and root is used as a hair wash. It is said to prevent premature greying of hair and promote their growth.

 

GENERAL USES OF SESAME SEEDS:

 

Sesame is grown for its edible seeds which are the source of gingelly oil. This oil is used as a substitute for olive oil as a salad dressing and in cooking. The fried seeds are eaten in soups and, mixed with sugar, are a popular sweetmeat in Africa and Asia.

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BLEPHARITIS

 

INTRODUCTION:

 

Blepharitis is inflammation of the eyelids. It is characterized by flaky debris at the eyelash bases. Blepharitis usually causes redness of the eyes and itching and irritation of the eyelids in both eyes. Its appearance is often confused with conjunctivitis and due to its recurring nature it is the most common cause of "recurrent conjunctivitis" in older people. It is also often treated as 'dry eye' by patients due to the gritty sensation it may give the eyes - although lubricating drops do little to improve the condition.

 

DEFINITION:

 

Blepharitis is a common and persistent inflammation of the eyelids. Symptoms include irritation, itching and occasionally a red eye. Blepharitis frequently occurs in people who have oily skin, dandruff or dry eyes.

TREATMENT FOR BLEPHARITIS:

 * Careful attention to lid hygiene is vital. The following regimen is helpful:* Hot compresses can be used 3 to 4 times a day for 15 minutes each time.

* Lid Scrubs can be purchased and used to scrub the eyelid margin in the morning and before bedtime. A home remedy version can be done by soaking a cotton swab in a solution of 1/2 water and 1/2 baby shampoo. Use this to do a scrub of the eyelid margin.

 * There are times when a prescribed ointment is required for relief of the condition. When using, apply a thin layer to the eyelid margin at bedtime.

* In the case of seborrheic blepharitis, treatments used for oily scalps and anti-dandruff shampoos may also be helpful.

 

HOME REMEDIES FOR BLEPHARITIS:

 

* Until recover completely avoid wearing lenses.

 

* In rare cases where blepharitis is caused by lice, nits have to be removed by an expert physician.

 

* Eye- make up can be worm only after the inflammation has subsided.

 

HERBS FOR BLEPHARITIS:

 

Herbs for Blepharitis include,

 

Calendula:

 

These herbs have been traditionally used to treat eye inflammation.

 

Chamomile:

 

This is a popular herb for treat Blepharitis.

 

Comfrey:

 

This herb is used to cure Blepharitis.

 

Goldenseal:

 

This is also an excellent herbal remedy for Blepharitis.

 

Oregon grape:

 

This herb contains the antibacterial constituent known as berberine. The topical use of berberine in eye drops has been clinically studied for eye infection.

 

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GANGRENE 

INTRODUCTION:

 

Gangrene is necrosis and subsequent decay of body tissues caused by infection or thrombosis or lack of blood flow. It is usually the result of critically insufficient blood supply sometimes caused by injury and subsequent contamination with bacteria. This condition is most common in the extremities.

ALTERNATIVE NAMES:

* Tissue infection - Clostridial;

* Gangrene - gas; Myonecrosis;

* Clostridial infection of tissues

DEFINITION:

Gangrene is the death of tissue in part of the body.

TYPES OF GANGRENE:

The following are some common types of Gangrene.

* Wet Gangrene or Moist Gangrene:

Sudden interruption of blood flow such as due to burns, freezing, injury or blood clot. Wet gangrene spreads very quickly and can be fatal.

* Dry Gangrene:

Insufficient blood flow through the arteries such as due to atherosclerosis or blood clots. It usually doesn't involve infection. The affected tissue becomes shriveled, dry and dark.

* Gas Gangrene:

Gas gangrene is a bacterial infection that produces gas within tissues in gangrene. It is a deadly form of gangrene usually caused by Clostridium perfringens bacteria. It typically occurs at the site of a recent injury or surgery. The bacteria rapidly destroy muscle and surrounding tissue.

* Internal Gangrene:

Interrupted blood flow to abdominal organs, such as the intestines, gallbladder or appendix. Signs and symptoms may include persistent or severe pain, fever and gas in tissues beneath the skin.

SYMPTOMS OF GANGRENE:

* Moderate to severe pain around a skin injury.

* Progressive swelling around a skin injury.

* Moderate to high fever.

* Skin color initially pale, later dusky progressing to dark red or purple.

* Vesicle formation, coalescent (combine into large blisters). * Blisters filled with brown-red fluid.

* Drainage from the tissues, foul-smelling brown-red or bloody fluid (serosanguineous discharge).

* Increased heart rate (tachycardia).

* Sweating.

* Subcutaneous emphysema (air under the skin).

CAUSES OF GANGRENE:

Gangrene can occur when a body part loses its blood supply. This may happen from, for example, injury or infection. The following are the main causes of Gangrene disease.

* Diabetes.

* Blood vessel disease (such as arteriosclerosis in arms or legs).

* A serious injury.

* Surgery.

* Immunosuppression (ex: from HIV or chemotherapy).

COMPLICATIONS OF GANGRENE:

* Disfiguring or disabling permanent tissue damage.

* Jaundice with liver damage.

* Kidney failure.

* Spread of infection through the body (sepsis).

* Shock.

 

* Stupor.

* Delirium.

* Coma.

TREATMENT:

Gangrene requires urgent evaluation and treatment. In general, dead tissue should be removed to allow healing and prevent further infection. Depending on the area affected, the condition of the patient, and the cause of the gangrene, treatment may include:

* An emergency operation to explore or remove dead tissue.

* Amputating the affected body part.

* Repeated operations to remove dead tissue (debridement).

* An operation to improve blood supply to the area.

* Antibiotics.

* Treatment in the intensive care unit (for severely ill patients).

HERBAL REMEDY FOR GANGRENE:

The following are the best herbal remedy for Gangrene disease.

* Alder.

* Bayberry.

* Butcher's broom.

* Castor bean.

* Cayenne.

* Comfrey.

* Chamomile.

* Echinacea.

* Elm, slippery.

* Ginkgo bilboa.

* Golden rod.

* Goldenseal.

 

* Horsetail.

* Indigo, wild.

* Marshmallow root.

* Myrrh, willow.

* Pleurisy root.

* Poplar.

* Red seal.

* Smartweed.

* Tamarack.

* Willow, black, American.

* Peppermint.

* Garlic.

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LARYNGITIS

 

INTRODUCTION:

 

Laryngitis is an inflammation in the vocal cords in the larynx, has many causes. The larynx is the organ of voice in mammals. It is commonly known as the voice box. Laryngitis is rarely serious. It usually last less than 7 days. It is a tubular chamber about 2 inches (5 cm) high. It consists of walls of cartilage bound by ligaments and membranes, and moved by muscles.

 

DEFINTION:

 

Laryngitis is an inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the larynx (voice box), which is located in the upper part of the respiratory tract. It causes hoarseness, and possibly a temporary loss of speech.

HERBS FOR LARYNGITIS:

 

The use of herbs is a time-honored approach to strengthen the body and treat disease. Herbs, however, contain active substances that can trigger side effects and interact with other herbs, supplements, or medications.

 

Barberry:

 

Barberry is used to ease inflammation and infection of the respiratory tracts including pharyngitis, sinusitis, rhinitis (nasal congestion), and bronchitis.

 

Echinacea:

 

Echinacea, also called purple coneflower, is used to shorten the duration of the common cold and flu and to relieve the symptoms associated with them, such as sore throat, cough, and fever.

 

Eucalyptus:

 

Eucalyptus is commonly used in remedies to treat coughs and the common cold. It can be found in many lozenges, cough syrups. Herbalists recommend the use of fresh leaves in teas and gargles to soothe sore throats and treat Laryngitis and sinusitis.

 

German Chamomile:

 

Chamomile has been used traditionally to treat a range of conditions including chest colds and sore throats. It is also recommended for laryngitis.

 

Goldenrod:

 

Goldenrod has been used traditionally by herbalists to treat sore throats and laryngitis.

 

Goldenseal:

 

This herb helps in mouthwash for sore throats and Laryngitis.

 

Marshmallow:

 

The leaves and the root of the Marshmallow may be helpful for soothing sore throats and Laryngitis.

 

Peppermint:

 

Peppermint and its main active agent, menthol, may feel soothing and calming for Laryngitis.

 

Saw Palmetto:

 

This herb is an effective remedy for bronchitis and laryngitis, among other conditions.

 

Slippery elm:

 

Slippery elm has been used as an herbal remedy for sore throat and respiratory symptom, such as Laryngitis

 

Garlic:

 

This herb is the best home remedy for Laryngitis, sinitus and sore throats.

 

Ginger:

 

Ginger has been used traditionally by herbalists to treat sore throats and laryngitis.

 

HOMEOPATHIC REMEDY FOR LARYNGITIS:

 

There have been few studies examining the effectiveness of specific homeopathic remedies. A professional homeopath, however, may recommend one or more of the following treatments for laryngitis based on his or her knowledge and clinical experience.

 

Aconitum - for laryngitis that comes on after exposure to cold and may be accompanied by a dry cough.

 

Allium cepa - for hoarseness associated with a cold and clear, watery discharge.

 

Argenticum nitricum - for laryngitis in nervous, restless individuals that may be brought on by yelling or singing.

 

Causticum - most commonly used remedy for individuals who have laryngitis, particularly with mucus in the throat or laryngitis due to overuse of the voice; coughing is aggravated by chilly weather and relieved by cold drinks; symptoms worsen at night.

 

Hepar sulphuricum - for laryngitis with barking cough that worsens in the morning.

 

Kali bichromicum - for laryngitis with a cough that is characterized by a stringy yellow mucus; this remedy is most appropriate for individuals who have a tickling sensation in the back of the throat with symptoms that worsen after drinking.

 

Phosphorus - for individuals with a hoarse, dry cough and a burning sensation in the throat; symptoms tend to be relieved by cold liquids; this remedy is most appropriate for individuals who tend to be nervous if alone and prefer the company of others.

 

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BURNS

 

INTRODUCTION:

 

Damage to the skin or other body parts caused by extreme heat, flame, contact with heated objects, or chemicals. Burn depth is generally categorized as first, second, or third degree. The treatment of burns depends on the depth, area, and location of the burn, as well as additional factors, such as material that may be burned onto or into the skin. Treatment options range from simply applying a cold pack to emergency treatment to skin grafts.

 

Burns are injuries to tissues caused by heat, friction, electricity, radiation, or chemicals. Scalds are a type of burn caused by a hot liquid or steam.

 

DEFINITION:   

 

There are three levels of burns:

 

* First-degree burns affect only the outer layer of the skin. They cause pain, redness, and swelling.

 

* Second-degree (partial thickness) burns affect both the outer and underlying layer of skin. They cause pain, redness, swelling, and blistering.

 

* Third-degree (full thickness) burns extend into deeper tissues. They cause white or blackened, charred skin that may be numb.

 

SYMPTOMS OF BURNS:  

 

* Blisters

 

* Pain (the degree of pain is not related to the severity of the burn -- the most serious burns can be painless)

 

* Peeling skin

 

* Red skin

 

* Shock (watch for pale and clammy skin, weakness, bluish lips and fingernails, and a drop in alertness)

 

* Swelling

 

* White or charred skin

 

SYMPTOMS OF AN AIRWAY BURN:

 

* Charred mouth; burned lips

 

* Burns on the head, face, or neck

 

* Wheezing

 

* Change in voice

 

* Difficulty breathing; coughing

 

* Singed nose hairs or eyebrows

 

* Dark, carbon-stained mucus

 

COMMON CAUSES FOR BURN:

 

The first step in helping to prevent your child from being burned is to understand the common causes of burns in children:

 

* Scalds, the number-one culprit (from steam, hot bath water, tipped-over coffee cups, cooking fluids, etc.)

 

* Contact with flames or hot objects (from the stove, fireplace, curling iron, etc.)

 

* Chemical burns (from swallowing things, like drain cleaner or watch batteries, or spilling chemicals, such as bleach, onto the skin)

 

* Electrical burns (from biting on electrical cords or sticking fingers or objects in electrical outlets, etc.)

 

* Overexposure to the sun

 

PREVENTIVE MEASURE FOR BURNS:

 

IN GENERAL:

 

* Keep matches, lighters, chemicals, and lit candles out of your child's reach.

 

* Put child-safety covers on all electrical outlets.

 

* Get rid of equipment and appliances with old or frayed cords and extension cords that look damaged.

 

* If you need to use a humidifier or vaporizer, use a cool-mist model rather than a hot-steam one.

 

* Choose sleepwear that's labeled flame retardant (either polyester or treated cotton). Cotton sweatshirts or pants that aren't labeled as sleepwear generally aren't flame retardant.

 

* Make sure older children are especially careful when using irons or curling irons.

 

* Prevent house fires by making sure you have a smoke alarm on every level of your home and in each bedroom. Check these monthly and change the batteries twice a year.

 

* Don't smoke inside, especially when you are tired, taking medications that can make you drowsy, or in bed.

 

* Don't use fireworks or sparklers.

 

BATHROOM:

 

* Set the thermostat on your hot water heater to 120° Fahrenheit (49° Celsius) or lower, or use the "low-medium setting." A child can be scalded in 2 to 3 seconds if the temperature is only 5 degrees higher than 120° Fahrenheit (49° Celsius). If you're unable to control the water temperature (if you live in an apartment, for example), install an anti-scald device, which is relatively inexpensive and can be installed you or by a plumber.

 

* Always test bath water with your elbow before putting your child in it.

 

* Always turn the cold water on first and turn it off last when running water in the bathtub or sink.

 * Turn children away from the faucet or fixtures so they are less likely to play with them and turn on the hot water.

 

 

KITCHEN/DINING ROOM:

 * Turn pot handles toward the back of the stove every time you cook.

* Block access to the stove as much as possible.

 

* Never let a child use a walker in the kitchen (the American Academy of Pediatrics strongly discourages the use of walkers overall).

 

* Avoid using tablecloths or large placemats. A small child can pull on them and overturn a hot drink or plate of food.

 

* Keep hot drinks and foods out of reach of children.

 

* Never drink hot beverages or soup with a child sitting on your lap or carry hot liquids or dishes around your child. If you have to walk with hot liquid in the kitchen (like a pot of soup or cup of coffee), make sure you know where your child is, so you don't trip over him or her.

 

* Never hold a baby or small child while cooking.

 

* Never warm baby bottles in the microwave oven. The liquid may heat unevenly, resulting in pockets of breast milk or formula that can scald your baby's mouth.

 

* Screen fireplaces and wood-burning stoves. Radiators and electric baseboard heaters may need to be screened as well.

 

OUTSIDE/IN THE CAR:

 

* Use playground equipment with caution. If it's very hot outside, use the equipment only in the morning, when it's had a chance to cool down during the night.

 

* Remove your child's safety seat or stroller from the hot sun when not in use because children can get burns from hot vinyl and metal. If you must leave your car seat or stroller in the sun, cover it with a blanket or towel.

 

* Before leaving your parked car on a hot day, hide the seatbelts' metal latch plates in the seats to prevent the sun from hitting them directly.

 

TREATEMENT FOR BURNS:

 

* (Including sunburn, brush burns, scrapes and chemical burns) Keep cool water with a little vinegar added in it on the area until the burning stops. The pain may last from four to six hours but continue using the compresses or soaking until you are relieved. If the burn doesn't blister, Aloe Vera gel, fluoride toothpaste or any soothing medicated cream should help. After 24 to 48 hours, if blistering has occurred, cut the blisters off and wash with povidone-iodine solution (Betadine). Coat during the day with either Betadine Cream or Neosporin, Honey, or Aloe Vera Gel, and at night apply the cream and cover area with a moist burn pad such as Second Skin which should be covered with a gauze pad. These water-impregnated bandages enhance burn healing.

 

* Brush burns and scrapes can be treated in the same fashion but initially, use cool water compresses without any vinegar, since vinegar will sting and cause burning to an open wound. (Cool water compresses cause stinging on a brush burn anyway, because a fresh scrape is very sensitive.) Use 3% Hydrogen Peroxide to disinfect and clean the area before applying the compresses. Continue to use the peroxide every hour or so to clean and disinfect and compress with the cool water afterwards until the burning stops. You can then treat it as a burn with the other recommendation. The area should be washed twice daily and any white, scabby material should be removed each time. Using the Perosice as an antiseptic before applying the burn cream is very beneficial. The burn should be raw after every washing. Rubbing the area rather than patting dry, although somewhat painful, will achieve this. (Sivadene Creme is still a prescription, at time of printing, but is very effective for pain and to promote healing.)

 

HOME REMEDIES FOR BURN:

 

ICE CUBE:

A tongue burn is best treated with ice rather than cool water. Often, in great anticipation, children (and adults, for that matter) sip their soup or hot chocolate before it cools down and get a tongue burn. Since it's tricky to stick a burned tongue under the faucet, try sucking on an ice cube. First rinse the cube under water so it doesn't stick to the tongue or lips.

 

WITCH HAZEL:

 

If you have a small burn, take witch hazel and put it on the area where the burn is. Keep the witch hazel there the burn will not hurt, but once move the witch hazel gonna feel that pain again. It helps for temperature relief.

ALOE VERA:

 

Aloe Vera plant, take one of the leave type things open it up to where the gel type stuff is out and rub it on the area where the burn or cut is.

 

EGG WHITES:

The egg whites are also a miracle cure for burns, even severe ones. Soak or coat affected area in egg white. While the egg white is still wet you will feel no pain from the burn. As soon as it dries up the pain comes back so reapplication is necessary. This method not only alleviates the pain it actually heals and prevents scarring from the burn.

 

HONEY:

 

Honey has long been a folk remedy to disinfect wounds and heal burns.

 

OATMEAL:

 

As minor burns heal, they can become itchy. A good way to relieve the itch is by putting this breakfast cereal into the tub. Crumble 1 cup uncooked oatmeal into a bath of lukewarm water as the tub is filling. Soak 15 to 20 minutes and then air dry so that a thin coating of oatmeal remains on your skin. Use caution getting in and out of the tub since the oatmeal makes surfaces slippery.

 

SALT:

 

 

Mouth burns can be relieved by rinsing with salt water every hour or so. Mix 1/2 teaspoon salt in 8 ounces warm water.

TEA BAGS:

Teatime can be anytime you suffer a minor burn. The tannic acid found in black tea helps draw heat from a burn. Put 2 to 3 tea bags under a spout of cool water and collect the tea in a small bowl. Gently dab the liquid on the burn site.

 

VINEGAR:

Vinegar works as an astringent and antiseptic on minor burns and helps prevent infection. Dilute the vinegar with equal parts water, and rinse the burned area with the solution.

 

MILK:

 

For a minor burn, soak the burned area in milk for 15 minutes or so. You may also apply a cloth soaked in milk to the area. Repeat every few hours to relieve pain. Be sure to wash out the cloth after use, as it will sour quickly.

 

PLANTAIN LEAVES:

The leaves of plantain are primarily used as medicine. The major constituents in plantain are mucilage, iridoid glycosides (particularly aucubin), and tannins. Together these constituents are thought to give plantain mild anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, ant hemorrhagic and expectorant actions. To get the full effect of this plant, crush some fresh plantain leaves and rub the juice directly onto the burn.

 

COOL WATER:

 

Cool water not only feels good but will help stop the burn from spreading, and the sooner you run cool water on the burn, the greater the effect will be to reduce it.

 

DO’S AND DON’T’S FOR BURN:

 

* Out of all areas in the home, the kitchen is number one for getting burns. The reasons are obvious, as are many of the precautions you can take to prevent an accident.

 

* DO lower the temperature of your hot-water heater to below 120 degrees F. A second-degree burn can happen within seconds in water that's hotter than 120 degrees.

 

* DO turn pot handles toward the back of the stove.

 

* Do keep that steaming cup of java out of a child's reach, which means off the coffee table or other low-lying areas.

 

* DO cover all electrical outlets with specially made caps if children are present.

 

* DON'T ever leave a child unattended in the kitchen.

 

* DO make the stove area off-limits to children.

 

* DO put a childproof lock on the oven door.

 

* DO keep oven mitts and potholders handy when cooking.

 

* DO keep a fire extinguisher and a box of baking soda nearby, in case of a grease fire.

 

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CONSTIPATION

 

INTRODUCTION:

 

Constipation or irregularity is a condition of the digestive system where a person experiences hard feces that are difficult to eliminate; it may be extremely painful, and in severe cases (fecal impaction) lead to symptoms of bowel obstruction. Constipation refers to severe constipation. Causes of constipation may be dietary, hormonal, a side effect of medications, an illness or disorder, and anatomical. Treatment is with a change in dietary and exercise habits.

 

DEFINITION:

 

Constipation is an acute or chronic condition in which bowel movements occur less often than usual or consist of hard, dry stools that are painful or difficult to pass. Bowel habits vary, but an adult who has not had a bowel movement in three days or a child who has not had a bowel movement in four days i