Parasitic Diseases

When it comes to the keto diet, you either love it or you hate it. But even the biggest keto devotees admit that the high-fat, low-carb plan can have some unwanted side effects. Some of the side effects include stinky breath, diarrhea, and flu-like symptoms. But there's another side effect you need to know about, the keto rash. Here's everything we know about this red, itchy body rash some keto followers wind up with, including the main symptoms and most effective treatments. Keto rash—officially known as prurigo pigmentosa— is a rare form of dermatitis or skin inflammation. It appears as raised, red, itchy bumps on the skin that take on a web-like appearance. The rash may resemble contact dermatitis or an allergic reaction. However, keto rash can be distinguished by the brownish discoloration of the skin that remains after the inflammation subsides. Keto rash can show up anywhere on the body, but it's more common on the chest, back, and neck. Exper...

In a world full of body washes, finding one that works best for your skin type is essential. "Those who [have] sensitive skin need to find a suitable body wash that does not over-dry their skin and does not cause irritation," says Dr. William Huang, a board-certified dermatologist.  We spoke to dermatologists about what to look for when shopping for a body wash for sensitive skin and how to appropriately wash and care for your skin. We also rounded up their favorite body washes to consider. SKIP AHEAD The best sensitive skin body wash | How to shop for sensitive skin body wash Selected. Our top picks How we picked the best sensitive skin body wash Generally, most body washes will have a label on the bottle indicating that it's safe for sensitive skin. However, when determining which options won't cause irritation, our experts recommend considering the following factors:  Ingredients: Look for ingredients that either maintain or repair your natural ...

Biotin (vitamin B7) is a micronutrient vital to energy production, nervous system health, and other bodily functions. Found in a plethora of foods and available as a supplement, biotin is most well-known for strengthening hair and nails and combatting alopecia . More research is needed, but there is also some evidence that biotin may improve symptoms of peripheral neuropathy, and help people with diabetes gain control of their blood sugar. While the use of biotin is generally safe, the vitamin may interfere with some lab tests and medications, so you should tell your healthcare provider if you plan to use it. This article covers biotin's benefits for your health and hair, its safety, and how to select the right biotin product for you. Verywell / JR Bee What Is Biotin? Biotin is an essential nutrient. An essential nutrient is one that your body can't produce or can't produce enough of and needs to function correctly. ...

Vitamin D deficiency occurs when your body doesn't get or process adequate amounts of vitamin D. Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium, so a deficiency can lead to osteoporosis (low bone density) and fractures (broken bones). Other low vitamin D symptoms include muscle weakness and cramps, hair loss, and tiredness or fatigue. Most people have the vitamin D that their body needs, but as many as one in four adults in the United States are deficient. This is partly because vitamin D isn't quite as easy to get naturally as some other nutrients. Your body makes some vitamin D when you are in the sun, and you can also find it in foods like fish, egg yolks, and fortified foods—as well as in supplement form. Vitamin D deficiency can be hard to diagnose because it either produces no symptoms or its symptoms overlap with many health conditions. The good news: a vitamin D deficiency is relatively easy to treat with supplements once...

Overview Scabies is a parasitic infestation caused by tiny mites that burrow into the skin and lay eggs, causing intense itching and a rash. Scabies can lead to skin sores and serious complications like septicaemia (a bloodstream infection), heart disease and kidney problems. It is treated using creams or oral medications. Scabies is contagious and spreads through skin-to-skin contact. It occurs worldwide but is most common in low-income tropical areas. Children and older people in resource-poor areas are at higher risk. Scope of the problem Scabies is one of the commonest dermatological conditions, accounting for a substantial proportion of skin disease in developing countries. Globally, it is estimated to affect more than 200 million people at any time and more than 400 million people cumulatively every year. Scabies is found in every country but is particularly common in many resource-poor tropical settings, particularly in children and older people. Prevalence among children in the...

Testing skincare products is an occupational hazard. In the past, I've been lucky. I'm relatively non-reactive (I used to claim). But, boy, have I been humbled. I had polished off the last of my morning serum, the Major Fade Hyper Serumby #PillowtalkDerm, which I highly recommend. I swapped in a vitamin C serum from a reputable brand that came highly recommended by derms and other editors. Also, Kaia Gerber uses the full line, non-sponsored. However, I wasn't really paying attention to this serum's label, which read: 25% L-ascorbic acid. You may be thinking, Careful with that! For those uninitiated, L-ascorbic acid is the active form of the antioxidant vitamin C, commonplace in today's "brightening" serums. According to dermatologists, L-ascorbic acid has long been credited as the most effective form of vitamin C, the gold standard, even. The problem? It's unstable and can, in high concentrations, cause irritation or an inflammatory reaction. While t...