There are various reasons why the different organs of our body can start malfunctioning, and though the disease doesn’t manifest itself till some time, certain symptoms do surface before the disease begins its full-fledged onslaught. One such prominent symptom is the appearance of blood in urine which may be linked to different diseases. When an individual witnesses the presence of blood in urine, instead of dilly-dallying, he needs to seek medical help. The blood in urine symptom is a warning of serious conditions like kidney disease, kidney infections, sickle cell anemia, cancer of kidney, bladder or prostate, etc. However, before flying into a frenzy, the symptom of blood in urine can also suggest the presence of Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs). Here are some home remedies that are known to cure the blood in urine symptom, and that too, without any side-effects. Spinach and coconut water- One of the most common causes of the appearance of blood in urine is UTIs. What one needs in such cases is a powerful diuretic that can flush out the bacteria from the body. Mix some spinach juice with coconut water and drink this mixture twice a day till the infection clears. Once the infection subsides, the blood in urine too will disappear.

Ringworm infection is not caused by any kind of worm or a living parasite. It is in fact caused by a type of fungus called as tinea. This type of fungus lives under the dead skin cells and tissues that include hair and nails. It causes a red, scaly patch on the skin. As the infection spreads it takes the form of a circular or a shape of a ring, which is why it is called as ringworm infection. Most commonly found on the arms as well as the scalp, it is also found in the face or the groin area. Ringworm infection in the groin area is called as jock itch. Ringworm infection does respond to home remedies. Here are some home remedies for ringworm treatment. Soap and water When suffering from a ringworm infection, it is very important to keep the area clean and hygienic. This prevents the further spread of the infection and keeps the infected area under control. Wash the affected area with an anti-bacterial soap. Dry the area thoroughly with a cloth, as moisture makes the infection spread easily. Use of pine and coal-tar soap is also suggested but make sure that you are not allergic or sensitive to them.

Gout is a condition that has affected around 8.3 million Americans and continues to do so till date. It is a form of arthritis, and like every other form of arthritis affects the joints, causing excruciating pain in the process. Gout affects the joints especially in the big toe and causes pain, swelling, and stiffness. An individual with gout can experience sudden gout attacks at any time of the day, and the pain can take days to subside. One can say that with every gout attack you have, the tissues in the region deteriorate owing to the inflammation it is exposed to. Gout is caused due to an increase in the level of uric acid in the body. The uric acid crystals deposit in the joints, and the process of inflammation sets in causing redness, pain, and stiffness of the joints in the process. One’s age, gender, family history, the medications they consume, and other health problems can also trigger gout. However, apart from these, there are other factors that can trigger gout, and these are mostly self-inflicted. Crash diets and fasting One of the prominent causes of gout is going on crash diets or fasting for long periods. When you go on crash diets to lose weight, you begin to metabolize the body tissues, and this results in an increase in the level of purines, which, in turn, increases the level of uric acid in the body.

Eczema is a skin condition in which the skin becomes itchy, inflamed and red. In the United States, this non-contagious skin disease is quite common and affects almost 30 million people. Different types of eczema have different symptoms as well as triggers. Understanding the triggers and the symptoms are important for getting the right treatment at the right time. Here is a guide to the different types of eczema with symptoms and pictures of eczema for a better understanding: Atopic dermatitis It often starts during childhood and often goes away or gets milder by the time the patient hits adulthood. It is one part of the “atopic triad” that includes other two allergic conditions i.e. hay fever and asthma. Some of its symptoms are as follows: Scaly and dry skin Itching Redness (erythema) Rash on the arms, legs, and cheeks Crusted, open, or weepy sores Contact dermatitis It happens when an allergen or substance touches the skin and causes a reaction. The eczema photos will show the following: The skin turns red, itches, stings, and burns Hives (itchy bumps) pop up on the skin The affected part of the skin feels leathery or scaly and may thicken over time Blisters may crust or weep Dyshidrotic eczema It typically appears on the skin of adults under the age of 40 years.

Gout foot pain is a variation of arthritis which causes pain, swelling, tenderness, and inflammation in joints. It affects various parts of the body such as the wrists, ears, ankles, knees, and small joints in the hands. Gout is also often linked with other serious diseases. Therefore, one should seek proper medical treatment, if diagnosed with the same. Moreover, one can also try these home remedies for gout relief which can help reduce the pain and ease the other symptoms one might be experiencing. Ginger root Ginger root is known to have anti-inflammatory properties and could be used as one of the many different treatments for gout foot pain relief. One of the many ways to take ginger root is to just incorporate it into a patient’s daily meals when cooking. A second option could be to create a paste by adding the ginger root to water and then applying it to the affected area. It should be left there for about half an hour for most effective treatment. Cherries Cherries are known to have antioxidant properties, which can prove to be an excellent home remedy for gout relief. Cherries also help to reduce the inflammation and the flare-ups caused by gout because they contain the chemical called anthocyanin.

Bowel blockage is also known as intestinal obstruction. This condition blocks digested food or liquid from passing out of either the large intestine or the small intestine. While the condition may seem to be harmless initially, it can pose serious health hazards. If not treated, the blocked parts of the intestine can die and cause serious complications. With a proper medical care, the condition can be treated successfully. It is essential to seek treatment immediately after the symptoms are visible. Common symptoms of bowel blockage The symptoms of the disease appear in its early stages. As the name suggests, a bowel blockage is an uncomfortable condition. If you are feeling unusually constipated despite having a healthy, fibrous diet, the odds are that something is wrong. Most people consider this to be a sign of constipation, but if you are suffering from any of the below-mentioned conditions along with constipation, then you are probably suffering from bowel blockage. Here are a few of the bowel blockage symptoms you need to check: Intense abdominal pain – Intense abdominal pain is one of the first signs of bowel blockage. The pain may seem to be unusual in nature and may induce cramps. Seek medical attention immediately as this is one of the sure-shot bowel blockage symptoms.

Various medical studies have highlighted the fact that more than one-third of the adults in the country use the Internet for self-diagnosis on a regular basis. Even though it is always advisable to seek the guidance of healthcare professionals rather than a self-diagnosis, the online symptom checker is excessively popular among the adult population. Here is a list of the best online symptom checkers that are free and publicly available. Symcat – This disease calculator uses records of almost 500,000 patients to reckon the probability of any particular disease. Also, it helps in appointment scheduling along with mapping the nearby emergency care centers. A mobile version of Symcat is also available. AskMD – With the efficient help of AskMD symptom checker app, the patients can successfully maintain an online health profile within a social network called Sharecare. Isabel – This online symptom checker is a diagnosis checklist system tool that offers almost 69% accurate results. iTriage – It is not only a great symptom checker but also an effective health literacy tool. It can offer almost 64% accurate results for symptom checking. With iTriage, patients can manage their health information secretly along with connecting patients to the care options. This online symptom checker is available in a mobile app version as well.

Scleroderma is a rare health issue, which involves thickening and hardening of the skin. This is due to the excessive production of collagen in the body. In most cases, only the upper layer of the skin is affected by this disease. But in some people, it harms beneath the skin as well, like the internal organs, blood vessels, and also the digestive tract. This condition is seen more in women than in men and it usually occurs in people between the age of 30 and 50 years. This problem does not have a permanent cure, but by identifying the early symptoms of scleroderma, you will be able to get relief from its symptoms with some treatment options. The symptoms of scleroderma will usually depend on the area that is being affected. Here are a few of the early symptoms of scleroderma that you should be aware of. Tightening of the skin – Hardening and tightening of the skin are the common early symptoms of scleroderma and everyone who is affected by this problem will have this symptom. This creates skin patches, which can be in an oval shape or even straight. The exact location, number, and size of the patches decide the type of scleroderma.

Shingles is a common disease that affects people above the age of 50 years. The virus that causes chickenpox when you are young instigates shingles. While there are many issues that might develop when you have shingles, one of the most common problems that old people face in this duration is nerve damage in the affected area. Usually, the pain goes away when the rashes and redness fade with time. Here are five simple ways to deal with shingles nerve pain. Healing baths Shingles nerve pain is caused because of the blisters on the skin. One of the most common ways of dealing with it is to give healing baths on the affected area. Taking a cool water shower will ease the pain, and calm down the itchiness as well as the redness on the skin. You can also add cornstarch into warm water and soak the affected area for 20 minutes before cleaning it off with a soft cloth. Cool compress If you use a cold compress on your affected area of shingles nerve pain, it will give you a lot of relief. If you do this more than five times a day, you will feel instant pain relief in the area.

Dizziness can be referred to as unsteadiness, lightheadedness, or vertigo. Due to a number of health conditions and states, one can feel dizzy. Most of the times, the treatment depends on treating or dealing with the common causes of dizziness. Here is a list of a few common causes of dizziness. Concussion A blow to the head can cause a concussion, which refers to a temporary and mild brain injury. Lasting from a few days, it can last to a few weeks. This is one of the common causes that could result in one experiencing dizziness. Other notable symptoms of this injury can include a headache, confusion, fatigue, mood swings, memory loss, vomiting or nausea, balance problems, and doubled or blurred vision. Iron-deficiency anemia (IDA) To maintain healthy tissues and cells in the body, iron intake is important. Also, it helps in carrying oxygen around your body. A lack or deficiency of iron in the body is one of the common causes of dizziness. Other symptoms of an iron deficiency in the body include chest pain, breath shortness, yellowish or pale skin, rapid heartbeat, hair loss or brittle nails, and a pounding noise in the ears. Often, pregnant women, women having heavy periods, vegetarians, and people who just lost quite an amount of blood are most at the risk of IDA.

When the normal pumping power of the heart is affected, the condition is called congestive heart failure. This condition is generally observed in people with weak heart muscles or people with certain defects that prevent their heart from circulating blood normally. CHF or congestive heart failure decreases the heart’s ability to pump blood throughout the body. With time, this might result in the organs receiving less blood which worsens the condition. The condition progresses through four stages. Read on to know more about the different stages of CHF and how to treat them. Different Stages of Congestive Heart Failure The main risk factors of CHF are high cholesterol, obesity, and high blood pressure. There are basically four stages of CHF and they are as follows: Stage A Those who suffer from diabetes, high blood pressure, and diseases of the coronary artery are at a higher risk of developing CHF. Patients at stage A of CHF do not have any issues with the heart structure or the way it works. They will also not experience the signs or symptoms of the condition. Stage B At this stage, patients suffer from structural heart disease, which is related to congestive heart failure. The signs might include a previous incidence of heart attack or having an enlarged left ventricle.