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Treatment for gallstones will depend on whether you are experiencing symptoms or not, your age as well as your overall health. If the gallstones cause no symptoms, treatment is usually not necessary. However, if symptoms are present, especially severe pain, then treatment may be required to relieve or eliminate the symptoms. Depending on the size and type of gallstones, treatment may include surgery, lithotripsy, and oral dissolution therapy. Surgery If your gallstones cause you frequent and severe pain or if you have jaundice, you may be advised to have your gallbladder removed. The most common surgery for gallbladder removal is called laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The surgeon makes several small incisions in the abdomen, and then inserts surgical instruments and a miniature video camera into the abdomen. The surgeon uses the camera to sends a magnified image of the organs to a monitor, and uses the instruments to remove the gallbladder and gallstones. But don’t worry...

Whiteheads are small white bumps caused by clogged skin pores. Thus, they are similar to blackheads. However, unlike blackheads they appear white or yellow in color. The reason is that the sebum, dirt, dead skin cells, etc. trapped in the skin pores do not get exposed to the oxygen in the air as the follicles have narrow opening to the skin surface. In case of blackheads, though, the follicles have a wider opening, thereby allowing air to enter follicles. Hence, the plugged material turns dark in color due to oxidization of melanin. A whitehead, also known as a closed comedone or milium (plural milia), is a form of acne. It is usually painless but can be infected with P.acnes bacteria. More often than not, whiteheads appear on the face, particularly on cheeks temples, and forehead. Some people are more prone to blackheads and whiteheads than others because their sebaceous glands produce sebum with oleic acid rather than linoleic acid which is calming to the skin and d...

As your eyes are the windows to your soul, tired eyes often give you a flushed out look, mostly due to eye strain or intense use. They are characterized by symptoms like dry eyes, watery eyes, sore or irritated eyes, under-eye puffiness, dark circles, general fatigue, etc. In addition, the condition can be accompanied by headache and dizziness. More often than not, tired eyes are caused by factors like, inadequate sleep, pollution, excessive crying, poor lighting conditions, and activities such as working on the computer for too long, reading for long periods, and so on. Moreover, dry eyes and eye fatigue due to aging, intake of certain medications, and conditions such as Farsightedness, Astigmatism, Sjögren’s syndrome, etc. can also give rise to this problem. Here are 6 ways to soothe tired eyes Cucumber Slices Tea Bags Cold Compress Lavender Oil Rose Water Eye Exercises and Massage   Cucumber Slices Put freshly cut cucumber slices on your eyes....

Blackheads are dark tiny bumps on skin. They are a mild type of acne and are medically known as open comedones. Interestingly, the black color of these comedones is not due to dirt. They appear dark and black in color as the sebum is exposed to the oxygen in air. Though slightly raised, unlike pimples, blackheads are not painful or inflamed. More often than not, they appear as enlarged pores and black spots, especially around the nose, chin, and cheeks. They are caused by a buildup of excess sebum and dead skin cells leading to blocked skin pores. Thus, this problem is more common in individuals with oily skin or combination skin. Excess oil production, in turn, is caused by a number of factors like hormonal changes, genetic predisposition, stress, intake of certain medications, environmental factors, and so on. Furthermore, improper skin care is another important reason leading to blackheads. For instance, using too much makeup, oil, or oil-based creams increase ...

Dandruff is a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis. Contrary to the popular misconception, it is caused by excessive oiliness, not dryness. Dandruff is characterized by a flaky scalp and may be accompanied by symptoms such as red patches, itchiness, and scalp irritation. Although it is extremely irritating, it is not a serious condition. More often than not, it is caused by yeast called Malassezia furfur that is commonly present on the scalp.It feeds on scalp oil and tends to break it, eventually causing flaking due to the unsaturated fatty acids it leaves behind. The excessive use of hair spray and styling gel can also lead to dandruff. Genetic factors, stress, climate, excessive perspiration, etc. may also contribute to this embarrassing problem. It is not a contagious condition. Here are 10 easy ways for getting rid of dandruff Coconut Oil and Lemon Juice Aspirin Tea Tree Oil Apple Cider Vinegar Listerine (Original) Baking Soda Thyme Concoction Apple Juice ...

Pimples appear as red, inflamed spots on your skin. The cause is usually excess oil on your skin that combines with dead skin cells, perspiration, germs, and dirt, clogging your skin’s pores, and resulting in annoying, sometimes infected, unsightly pimples. Infected pimples contain pus and are more likely to leave behind scars. Pimples commonly appear on the face, neck, shoulders and back, but they can appear on other parts of the body as well. The most common causes of acne are overactive sebaceous glands, hormonal imbalances, hereditary factors, stress, etc. In addition, factors like poor diet and nutritional deficiencies also promote acne. It has been observed that individuals with low levels of vitamin A and vitamin E are more susceptible to this problem. Here are 12 pimple-busting techniques Mint-Based Toothpaste Over-the-Counter Benzoyl Peroxide Cream Uncoated Aspirin Paste Baking Soda Visine Raw Garlic Lemon Juice and Honey Cinnamon and Honey ...

Skin usually appears blotchy or discolored due to factors like excessive sun exposure, allergies, rosacea, irritant contact dermatitis, hormonal changes, genetic predisposition, etc. It could also be caused by the intake of certain types of medications. Uneven skin tone and red, blotchy skin can be attributed to pigmentation scars as well. They usually develop when acne and pimples heal. More often than not, blotchy skin appears on the face and neck. Nevertheless, it can develop on other parts of the body too. Ladies tend to cover their blotchy skin cleverly with makeup but to get rid of the problem effectively, you need to determine its underlying cause. Here are 8 remedies to reduce blotchy skin Aloe Vera Gel Vitamin E Oil Oatmeal Mask Yogurt Green Tea Banana Face Mask Peach Face Mask Cucumber Juice and Lavender Oil   Aloe Vera Gel Dab pure aloe vera gel on blotchy skin. Rinse off after 10-15 minutes. It soothes the skin and relieves redne...

Joint pain is a very frequent problem among the elder population. It eventually becomes Cause of Joint Pains includes injury, degeneration or stressa part in the lives of aged people. It is a symptom and not a disease. Joint pain is a sensation of discomfort and soreness in body joints. Joint pain can occur with or without movement and can be so severe so as to limit your movements. It is known to occur suddenly and last for long periods of time. It can remain localized in one part and slowly spreads to other parts of body. Joint pains can be felt as a dull ache, sharp, piercing along with burning sensation or felt together with all these symptoms at a time. Here are Your Joint Pains Symptoms You may suffer from stiffness or difficulty with certain movement, such as standing up straight or getting up out of a chair. Pain or tenderness in the lower back can also witnessed. You may suffer from joint pains symptoms that increase with twisting of waist or ben...

The presence of warts is an embarrassing beauty problem characterized by small, harmless growths on the skin. They tend to have a raised surface. Plus, they are mostly round or oval in shape. Common warts usually appear as flat bumps on the face, forehead, and hands. Besides, there are other types of warts like plantar warts (on soles of feet), genital warts (on the genital area), filiform warts (on neck, eyelids, lips), and subungual and periungual warts (around nails). Warts are caused by the HPV virus (human papillomavirus). They can also spread from one part of your body to another. Thus, this is a contagious condition. However, different types of warts appear due to different types of viruses. So, rest assured that touching the warts on your feet shall not cause warts on your hands. The virus generally enters the body through minor injuries and open cuts on skin but it usually takes about two to nine months time for a wart to appear. Some individuals tend to be r...

The four best cardiovascular workouts to lose back fat are listed here. Swimming   Ever noticed the body of a swimmer, usually well toned, muscular but lean and the perfect v. Swimming is one of the best exercise to perform as the whole body gets a work out, especially the upper body. The water prevent too much wear and tear on the joints. Toning and burning fat fast especially from the back, stomach and bottom. Skiing   A complete workout for the entire body. An excellent and enjoyable exercise to lose fat and work the muscles upper body, arms, shoulders, abdomen and legs. Performing this exercise will incorporate the muscles in the back with every movement. Ski machine are available in the gym, or try roller blading in the park. Jogging  Probably one of the most complete cardio workouts, swinging the arms back and forth while running will burn fat from arms, shoulders, back and legs. Jogging will give a complete body work out, toning the mus...