Missing a period causes many young girls and women a lot of distress, especially if they are sexually active and not planning to have a child. In most cases, your missed period may be due to pregnancy. If you are sexually active and have missed your period, you need to run a pregnancy test immediately.
At other times, you may miss a period for other reasons – some minor upsets in your health or lifestyle or it could be linked to serious medical disorders.
Acne is a broad term to describe a number of inflammatory skin conditions. It is often used to refer to acne vulgaris, a common skin disorder that affects a large number of teens and is characterized by pimples or zits. Acne is related to an increase in the oiliness of the skin, usually triggered by hormonal changes, and blockage of the ducts that empty this oil onto the skin (blocked pores).
Treatment should involve both oral and topical medication. There is no cure for acne but with proper management and good skin care, the effects of acne can be reduced significantly.
Acne can be quite debilitating as the psychological effect can be distressing for many sufferers, especially teens who are more conscious of their appearance. Understanding the different types of treatment available for acne can assist you with making the correct choice and spare you a significant amount of money wasted in searching for an acne cure. It is important to bear in mind that there is no cure for acne. Acne has to be managed and treated and the root cause has to be identified and corrected when and where possible.
The treatment and management of acne may depend on a multipronged approach. Initially topical treatments, like acne creams, may be used but if the acne is persistent, then oral medication for acne will have to included in the treatment regimen.
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The brain and spinal cord are surrounded by layered membranes, known as meninges, and cerebrospinal fluid. In certain instances, this lining becomes inflamed and the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is also affected. This condition is known as meningitis and may increase pressure on the brain and spinal cord, causing a range of generalized and localized symptoms. Meningitis is a serious condition and is potentially fatal.
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Bacterial vaginosis is the medical term for a bacterial infection in the vagina. The vagina harbors many naturally occurring species of bacteria in a controlled environment. With a balanced pH and a constant level of moisture, the vaginal tissue remains intact from any bacterial invasion. However under certain circumstances, a bacterial overgrowth can occur. Alternatively, foreign bacteria may gain entry into the vagina and infect the cavity.
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The genetic link for alcoholism has never been conclusively proven but there is significant evidence that shows that the children of alcoholics are more likely to abuse alcohol themselves. This may not be inherited in terms of genes alone but rather be a result of environmental factors. Children tend to mimic their parents and growing up in a home where alcohol use and abuse is the norm will undoubtedly impact on future habits with alcohol.
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