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Regarding the use of sunscreen for the face

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The use of sunscreen for the face is as important as the use of sunscreen on other body skin. Sunscreen used on the face serves to protect facial skin from the dangers of the sun. However, the type of sunscreen and how it is used on the face is slightly different from the use of sunscreen on body skin. Sunscreen is a skin care product that works to protect the skin from the dangers of the sun. Sunscreen is used for body skin. However, if used on the face, sunscreen that is used ideally is a special sunscreen for facial skin. Keep in mind that facial skin tends to be thinner and more sensitive than other skin parts of the body. This condition causes facial skin to be more susceptible to skin disorders due to adverse effects of sunlight, such as redness, irritation and black spots or spots appearing. Well, this is the reason why the use of sunscreen for the face is no less important than sunscreen for the body. Not only that, sunscreen products can also help reduce the risk of skin...

You Can Have Children Anytime by Freezing Eggs

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Medical procedures to freeze eggs may not be too popular in Indonesia. However, for some women this can be done to increase the chance of getting pregnant. Generally, health facilities that provide egg freeze service can melt the egg back to its original condition which can ultimately be used to get a pregnancy. Extend Female Fertility In contrast to men, the fertile period of women is very limited. Women's fertility will begin to decline in their 30s, especially towards the age of 40. At this age range, the risk of miscarriage and congenital abnormalities in babies will also increase. It is rather risky to find out this womanly fact when considering that more and more women are delaying marriage for various reasons. Egg freezing can be considered as a way to prolong a woman's fertile period as a woman's eggs in the fertile age range are taken and stored for future use. The collected eggs will be frozen in a special storage facility. The recommended age for freezing ...

Know How to First Aid for a Fainting Person

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People can pass out anytime and anywhere. Therefore, giving first aid to a faint person is not only the duty of doctors and nurses. Everybody needs to know how to give the fainting person the right help, so that initial treatment can be done right away. Fainting occurs when the brain lacks blood supply, so the intake of oxygen and blood sugar to the brain also decreases. In fact, both are needed by the brain to function properly. As a result, there can be a temporary decrease in consciousness. Apart from the reduced flow of oxygen and blood sugar to the brain, fainting can also be caused by fatigue. Fainting can also be caused by certain medical conditions or diseases, such as: Hypoglycemia. Heart disorders, such as heart rhythm abnormalities (arrhythmias) and heart failure. Panic attack. Electrolyte disturbances. Drastic drop in blood pressure, for example due to orthostatic hypotension or dehydration. Other Symptoms to Watch Out for When Someone Faints Fainting can be ex...

These characteristics of rupture of membranes that need to be known

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Pregnant women need to recognize the characteristics of ruptured membranes, in order to be able to distinguish normal rupture of membranes from those that need to be watched out for. If you experience rupture of membranes, pregnant women need to immediately see a doctor to get treatment, even though it's not time to give birth. Especially if the condition for rupture of membranes is not natural. During pregnancy, amniotic fluid may burst suddenly, either just in time (before delivery) or even before the gestational age is enough to give birth. Amniotic water has a very important function for the fetus in the womb, which is to protect the fetus from collisions, help the development of fetal organs, maintain optimal temperatures for the fetus, and make room for fetal movement. Understanding Broken Amniotic Water Ruptured membranes can occur suddenly without being realized by pregnant women. Characteristics of normal rupture of membranes is the liquid that is issued does not sme...

Itching Of The Palm, Beware Of The Following Serious Diseases

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Itchy palms can be a very annoying complaint. Sometimes, the more often it is scratched the more itching becomes worse. Although often considered trivial and seemingly mild, this condition can be a sign of health problems, you know. Itching is an uncomfortable sensation that makes you want to scratch certain body parts. In medical terms, this complaint is called pruritus. Itching can be experienced by anyone and attacks any part of the body, including the palm of the hand. Itching that appears on the hands can be accompanied by rashes or redness on the skin, dry or scaly skin, bumps or spots, and blisters. Itching can last for a long time and is very heavy. Sometimes, the itching does not subside even though it has been scratched and it feels even more itchy, causing damage or injury to the skin. Some Conditions That Cause Itching Hands Itchy palms can be caused by a number of mild conditions, such as dry skin, skin irritation, fungal skin infections, impetigo, or allergic react...