ACNE - Can you avoid chemical treatments?

Acne vulgaris; Cystic acne; Pimples; Zits

Acne is a skin condition that causes whiteheads, blackheads, and inflamed red growths (papules, pustules, and cysts) to form. These growths are commonly called pimples or "zits."

Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Acne occurs when tiny holes on the surface of the skin, called pores, become clogged.

• Each pore is an opening to a follicle, which contains a hair and an oil gland. These oil glands help lubricate the skin and help remove old skin cells.
• When glands produce too much oil, the pores can become blocked. Dirt, debris, bacteria, and inflammatory cells build up. The blockage is called a plug or comedone.
• The top of the plug may be white (whitehead) or dark (blackhead).
• If the plug breaks open, the material inside causes swelling and red bumps to form.
• If the inflammation is deep in your skin, the pimples may enlarge to form firm, painful cysts.

Acne is a problem of swelling and inflammation, not a problem caused by bacteria.

Acne is most common in teenagers, but it can happen at any age, even in an infant. Three out of four teenagers have some acne. Hormonal changes probably cause increased oil in the skin. However, people in their 30s and 40s may also have acne.

Acne tends to run in families and can be triggered by:

• Hormonal changes related to menstrual periods, pregnancy, birth control pills, or stress
• Greasy or oily cosmetic and hair products
• Certain drugs (such as steroids, testosterone, estrogen, and phenytoin)
• High levels of humidity and sweating

Despite the popular belief that chocolate, nuts, and greasy foods cause acne, research does not confirm this idea. Diets high in refined sugars may be related to acne, though.

Symptoms

Acne commonly appears on the face and shoulders, but it may also occur on the trunk, arms, legs, and buttocks.

• Blackheads
• Crusting of skin bumps
• Cysts
• Papules (small red bumps)
• Pustules
• Redness around the skin eruptions
• Scarring of the skin
• Whiteheads

Signs and tests

Your doctor can diagnose acne based on the appearance of the skin. Testing is usually not required.

Treatment

SELF-CARE

Steps you can take to help your acne:

• Clean your skin gently with a mild, nondrying soap (such as Dove, Neutrogena, Cetaphil, CeraVe, or Basics). Remove all dirt or make-up. Wash once or twice a day, including after exercising. However, avoid scrubbing or repeated skin washing.
• Shampoo your hair daily, especially if it is oily. Comb or pull your hair back to keep the hair out of your face.

What NOT to do:

• Try not to squeeze, scratch, pick, or rub the pimples. Although it might be tempting to do this, it can lead to skin infections and scarring.
• Avoid wearing tight headbands, baseball caps, and other hats
• Avoid touching your face with your hands or fingers.
• Avoid greasy cosmetics or creams. Take off make-up at night. Look for water-based or "noncomedogenic" formulas. Noncomedogenic products have been tested and proven not to clog pores and cause acne.

If these steps do not clear up the blemishes, try over-the-counter acne medications. You apply these products directly to your skin.

• They may contain benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, resorcinol, or salicylic acid.
• They work by killing bacteria, drying up skin oils, or causing the top layer of your skin to peel.
• They may cause redness or peeling of the skin.

A small amount of sun exposure may improve acne a little, but mostly it just hides the acne. However, too much exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet rays is not recommended because it increases the risk for skin cancer. 

COMMON PRESCRIPTION / MEDICINES

If pimples are still a problem, a health care provider can prescribe stronger medications and discuss other options with you.

Antibiotics may help some people with acne:

• Oral antibiotics (taken by mouth) such as tetracycline, doxycycline, minocycline, erythromycin, trimethoprim, and amoxicillin
• Topical antibiotics (applied to the skin) such as clindamycin, erythromycin, or dapsone

Creams or gels applied to the skin may be prescribed:

• Retinoic acid cream or gel ( Retin-A)
• Prescription formulas of benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, resorcinol, or salicylic acid
• Topical azelaic acid

For women whose acne is caused or made worse by hormones:

• Birth control pills may help in some cases, though they may make acne worse

Minor procedures or treatments may also be helpful:

• A laser procedure called photodynamic therapy
• Your doctor may also suggest chemical skin peeling, removal of scars by dermabrasion, or removal, drainage, or injection of cysts with cortisone

People who have cystic acne and scarring may try a medicine called isotretinoin. You will be watched closely when taking this medicine because of its side effects.

Pregnant women should NOT take isotretinoin, because it causes severe birth defects.

HOMEOPATHY FOR ACNE

A well formulated  homeopathic acne treatment product may correct an acne problem. 
Homeopathy considers acne to be a symptom of a deeper issue. It does not concentrate on treating just the skin surface using topical gels, creams or ointments on acne. It treats you not just a simple acne case but looks at you from both inside and outside
It concentrates on your complete medical history.
No two patients are the same and so is your body and disorders!


What to expect after taking Homeopathic medicines.

1. You will notice a drying up of pimples and reduction in the number of existing acne
2. Other associated symptoms like pain, burning and itching will also go away.
3. you will see the improvement in skin texture.
4. It attempts to stimulate the body's own natural healing capacity with Homoeopathic remedies acting as a trigger for the body's own healing forces.
5. Over a period of months, your complexion and skin condition will keep improving continually.

Energy healing works great with Homeopathy to heal faster and holistically!

PREGNANCY and REIKI

Pregnancy is eternal and we all want to have a smooth one. 

As a women, I am aware that we are often reluctant to take any medications internally before, during or after pregnancy.

Facing irresistible symptoms during pregnancy is very common to!

So,How do we get rid of these day in day out problems?

REIKI Healing is the answer to all our questions!

Before Pregnancy

Treatments before conception can focus on creating a balanced, loving and harmonious relationship between the parents and toward the future child.

Reiki or Distant Reiki Healing is safe for pregnant women! In fact, Reiki works well in helping with all stages of pregnancy including conception and child birth. It provides emotional as well as physical support and works not only on the mother, but also on the child. Reiki cannot cause harm and always works to reduce stress and improve health regardless of the condition. 

Reiki during pregnancy not only offers treatment for the woman's body but also for the development of the foetus. Reiki is believed to be "loving" energy that is shared from the practitioner to the client. That means that a foetus can be receiving loving energy all the while the mother is being treated. 

COMMON SYMPTOMS DURING PREGNANCY:

There are some fairly common discomforts of pregnancy which can be minimized or even alleviated by Reiki treatments

• backaches
• headaches
• stress & anxiety
• nausea, etc

Many people experience deep relaxation and peacefulness  during and after a Reiki treatment. This benefits pregnant women..

The body of the mother changes a lot during the pregnancy. Therefore the energy-balance is constantly under pressure. This is manifested emotionally and physically. 

The mother is more tired and unstable then normal. 

Moreover typical pregnancy complaints arise, for example morning sickness. 

Reiki has a positive influence on this energy-balance. When the energy is brought back in balance, these symptoms disappear. A Reiki treatment helps to relax deeply and clean body, mind and soul. Reiki starts several processes, which make body, mind and soul healthier and stronger. They react faster on all changes in body and lifestyle. Therefore the pregnancy will develop more natural and stable.

WILL REIKI HEAL MY OLD PROBLEMS?

Yes, Reiki helps to deal with (old) problems and the accompanying emotions. Things become clearer. Also during pregnancy there will be fears about being able to be a good mother or the upcoming responsibility. Reiki will help to deal with all these emotions. 

DOES MY CHILD BENEFIT BY REIKI? 

1. The mother as well as the child will benefit from Reiki during pregnancy.
2. Reiki deepens the relationship between mother and child and develops the confidence in motherhood.
3. Reiki after birth will recover body and mind of the mother faster.
4. Reiki stimulates the breast-feeding and diminishes pleurisy.
5. Reiki also work with the unborn child. The body of the child changes constantly and fast. Therefore his energy-balance is also constantly under pressure. Reiki has a positive influence on the energy-balance.When the energy is brought back in balance, the development will go smoothly.
6. The child becomes more aware of the daily rhythm every week that he grows older.Moreover he feels the moods especially of the mother. 
7. The unborn doesn't only participate in life physically through the navel cord, but also through thoughts. Reiki helps to deal with accompanying emotions.

Reiki for Fathers :-

                            Becoming a father changes father's life much. Fears come up about being a good father, responsibility or adjusting his lifestyle. Reiki helps to make body and spirit more healthy and stronger. Because of this the father can prepare himself better for the changes in his life. 

Reiki deepens the relationship between father and child. The child feels the mood of his father already during the pregnancy and reacts on this

Post Delivery/ Postpartum Reiki

One can also derive much benefit from Reiki treatments after child birth.

Caring for a newborn can be draining to both partners. Reiki can help restore and balance energy levels as well as provide some much-needed serenity during this exciting and transformational time.
Reiki can be very effective in helping to restore balance to the entire mind-body-spirit system after birth. Nurturing a mother aids her to nurture her infant. 

Fathers and birth partners undergo their own transitions during pregnancy and the postpartum period. .

• The baby will benefit from Reiki treatments also after childbirth.
• It will adapt faster to his new world.
• The body of the child still changes constantly and fast.Reiki brings the energy back in balance.
• The baby will be healthier and more comfortable.

HAVE A HEALTHY PREGNANCY!

REIKI and AUTISM

AUTISM

Autism is a developmental disorder that appears in the first 3 years of life, and affects the brain's normal 

development of social and communication skills.

REIKI : Reiki is a safe, non invasive form of hands-on energy healing

Reiki is a lowcost , effective therapy which can help your child deal with the challenges of sleep troubles, relaxation, anxiety, stress, tight muscles, and in addition, empower your child to be able to self sooth, gain confidence, and self esteem

It helps children develop self-esteem, self confidence, and the social awareness skills they need…

FOR PARENTS

Reiki relieves - 

•  the high stress
• anxiety
• sleepless nights
• worry
• fear
• helps you to tackle your doubts you experience daily as a loving person in the life of a child on the autism spectrum

FOR YOUR KIDS :

Reiki relieves 

• Sleepless nights
• Irritability
• Muscle stiffness
• Mood swings
• Impulsiveness
• Aggression
• Improves self confidence 
• Gastric problems

Reiki doesn't cure autism but by alleviating some of the major issues in these very sensitive individuals, it produces an overall calming effect without drugs and without interfering with conventional or other alternative treatments

Dear parents, grandparents, siblings, aunts and uncles, and care givers of special needs children.

Thanks  for coming to my blog. I know you are busy, have limited time, are stressed, are looking for a solution, want to give your child the best life you can, want to be the best mother, father, grandparent, brother, sister, aunt, uncle, and caregiver you can be.

 I know that your child’s anxiety over social interactions, anxiety during changes of the smallest degree are major stressors in your life, as well as his or her difficulty in falling asleep and staying asleep. I know also that for some of you the biggest challenge in being a parent with a child with autism is being alone. 

Child with Autish usually say 1 thing in common.."I feel so alone…like I’m in a different time zone than others.”

Reiki can help calm the fear of these overly-anxious little beings. It is not uncommon for autistic children to begin to sleep after the first session.  Reiki is safe, natural, and can be done without even touching your child if he or she is extremely touch sensitive, stranger-shy, or hyperactive.


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HAY FEVER

HAY FEVER or Allergic rhinitis is a collection of symptoms, mostly in the nose and eyes, which occur when you breathe in something you are allergic to, such as dust, dander, or pollen.
Hay fever involves an allergic reaction to pollen.


The pollen that cause hay fever vary from person to person and from region to region. Tiny, hard to see pollen more often cause hay fever. Examples of plants commonly responsible for hay fever include:

• Trees
• Grass
• Shrubs and weeds

The amount of pollen in the air is directly proportional to the intensity of the symptoms.

Symptoms :

1. Itching nose, eyes, throat, skin (any area)
2. Running nose
3. Sneezing
4. Tearing eyes
5. Sometimes problem with smell

Symptoms that may develop later are 

1. Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
2. Coughing
3. Sore throat
4. Clogged ear or discharge from ear
5. Puffiness of face
6. Headache
7. Dark circles or memory problem may also occur

Q. I take my kids to the park every weekend. But I suffer from hay fever. Why do others in the same park do not suffer from hay fever with the same exposure to the pollen in the air?

Answer:  Hay fever is developed as an allergic reaction. Your genes and environment may make you more prone to allergies. Whether or not you are likely to develop allergies is often passed down through families. Stress can trigger the symptoms.

Q. Are my kids prone to hay fever?

Answer:  Your kids are more likely to have allergies if both the parents have allergies. The chances are greater if the mother has allergies. 

Q. How can I prevent the symptoms of hay fever?

Answer:  Symptoms can sometimes be prevented by avoiding known allergens. During the pollen season, people with hay fever should remain indoors in an air-conditioned atmosphere whenever possible.

• Most trees produce pollen during summer
• Grasses usually produce pollen during late spring or summer
• Ragweed and other late-blooming plants produce pollen during late summer and early autumn.

Homeopathy and Hey Fever:

            Most people nowadays know that Homeopathy is a very gentle system of medicine, which relies on the principle of 'Let likes be cured by likes'. This means a substance that would produce symptoms in a healthy person can treat those same symptoms when given in a tiny and harmless amount to a sick person

How does homeopathy work for hay fever?

In two ways -

1. Acute case taking:- This will help relieve the symptoms at once. Remedies can be given for first aid relief. for example, red onion (Allium cepa) produces a streaming nose and running eyes in a healthy person. When given to a Hayfever sufferer it will relieve these symptoms. When given in 
2. Constitutional case taking:- Considering, no two individual are the same, homeopathic medicines are designed according to each individual's nature in order  to normalize your bodies response to pollen. Homeopathy works on your own vital energy (immunity), correcting it and making you stronger to fight allergens.

Some common hay fever remedies -

Allium Cepa, Euphrasia, Arsenic Alb, Sulphur, Sabadilla and Pulsatilla.

Only a qualified Homeopathic physician can decide the dosage of every remedy prescribed , depending upon the intensity of the symptoms and patients individuality.