Moles



Moles are spots of skin pigment cells (melanocytes) that can be a tiny dot or measure up to 1/3in/8mm across.

Treatment

Most people have several moles, a few have hundreds. No treatment is needed unless they are unsightly or develop suspicious changes, which might mean they require surgical removal in case of a cancerous transformation.

Changes such as an increase in size, a wobbly edge, irregular pigmentation, a paler halo around the mole, a "daughter" mole near by, itching, crusting, or bleeding should be reported to a physician at once. Black or very dark moles should also be evaluated by a physician.

Heat Rash (Prickly Heat, Miliaria)

A heat rash is a presentation of itchy, small red spots, especially under tight clothing or at skin creases, due to blocking of sweat ducts. It is particularly likely to occur in children, old people, and those who are overweight. It may be prevented by wearing loose clothing, staying out of the sun, and taking frequent tepid (not cold) showers.

Treatment

Herbal Medicine Drink plenty of especially camomile, lime, or prepermint teas. Bathe the heat rash with a calendula or lavender infusion.

Naturopathy Lay houseleek leaves or cucumher on heat rash, to soothe.

Blisters Blisters are fluid-filled bubbles that develop between two layers of skin. These painful swellings are most commonly caused by the rubhing of skin against a firm surface and by exposure to beat. Some diseases can also cause blisters but they are usually the result of ill- fitting shoes.

Treatment

It is best not to burst a blister, but if the swelling is incovenient, prick the blister will sterilized, threaded needle, Remove the needle and tie a small loop in the thread along which fluid from the blister can drain.

Aromatherapy Apply lavender oil to the wound or use a Roman camomile antiseptic.

Homeopathy Dab a mix of Hypericum and Calendula onto a punctured blister. Take Rhus tox. 6c every four hour, in order to prevent blisters from getting worse.

Herbal Medicine Aloe vera can be helpful. Rub the gel directly on to the affected area.