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Dandruff Preparing for Your Appointment
Prior to your doctor’s or dermatologist’s appointment for your dandruff problem, you can make your appointment extremely fruitful and productive by preparing well for the appointment. Make sure you do the following measures:
Examine Your Dry Skin Well
You may need to let your doctor or dermatologist know the length of time you’ve been having dandruff problems and the severity and extent of the condition. Observe closely the speed it appears on your head after you have bathed and shampooed. Observe as well if you notice any dry skin in other parts of your body. You need to inform your doctor/dermatologist what kinds of creams, conditioners and shampoos you have been using including the effectiveness of the product.
Likewise prepare a list of all the medicines (prescription and over-the-counter) you are taking including any steroids, supplements and herbs you’re currently using. They may have an effect on the level of moisture in your skin.
Ready your skin and scalp for your appointment and examination time by abstaining using dandruff shampoos two days before appointment and not washing your hair a day before appointment. You likewise should not apply perfumes, ointments, creams or lotions on you on or wear any jewelry or watch on the day of the appointment. Wash your skin with a mild soap that contains no perfumes, scents or any other heavy chemicals the night before your appointment. On appointment day, wear comfortable clothing that is loose that is easy to remove if the doctor/dermatologist needs to examine the skin in your body. If you have already started using new kinds of hair care products, bring them with you to the appointment so their contents may be reviewed by the doctor/dermatologist. If you forgot or don’t want to bring them you need to mention them to your doctor so he may know if these products may or may not be causing you to have dandruff.
Dandruff is considered a minor problem that easily can be addressed with topical and/or oral medication. It can also be a sign of a more serious medical problem so you may need to consult with your doctor if you find that your dry skin is quite extensive.
Acupuncture Health Center
1303 Astor St #101
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 715-1824
http://www.bellinghamacupuncturecenter.com/
Colitis Risk Factors
Colitis risk factors can include:
- Medical conditions
- Age
- Psychosocial stress and depression
- Family history
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs
Medical conditions – Ischemic colitis has a wide spectrum of injury ranging from transient and mild ischemia to acute fulminant colitis. Individuals suffering from health issues like atrial fibrillation, hyperlipidemia, diabetes and hypertension are highly susceptible to develop ischemic colitis. This type of colitis is the most common kind of intestinal ischemia and for the elderly is one of their most typical large intestine health problems. Other typical high risk factors for ischemic colitis for the elderly are congestive heart failure, shock and atherosclerosis.
Age – A person over 50 years of age has an increased risk of developing colitis although this condition can also begin before the age of 30. Colitis can actually begin at any age. For people who have developed colitis at 50 years of age and after, the common culprit is ischemia. Also, an inaccurate diagnosis of idiopathic inflammatory bowel disease among a significant number of patients can be the answer as to why colitis has been observed to react differently among the elderly compared to younger patients.
Psychosocial stress and depression – Stress, depression and anxiety play a large role in people developing ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. The likelihood for getting Crohn’s disease is more though among emotionally stressed people than for them developing ulcerative colitis.
Family history – Individuals who have a close relative or family member with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis are at high risk of having colitis.
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs – Although no studies have been able to establish a direct link between NSAIDs and ulcerative colitis, use of these medications cause signs and symptoms similar to those of colitis. Moreover, studies have shown that patients with colitis who use NSAIDs have had far worse colitis symptoms than colitis patients who have not taken these types of medications.
Willow Tree Wellness Clinic
1607 NE 16th Avenue
Portland, OR 97232
Ph: 503-281-0030
http://willowtreeclinic.com/