Symptoms and Illnesses
What You Need to Know
Acne (adults/teens)
Allergies
Blisters
Sore Throat
Anxiety
Mouth Ulcers
Smoking Cessation and Nicotine Withdrawal
Asthma
Bloating, Flatulence, and Aerophagia
Bruises, Ecchymoses, and Hematomas
Cold Sores or Oral Herpes
Acute Benign Bronchitis
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Muscle Strain
Conjunctivitis, Eye and Eyelid Disorders
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Contraception
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Heatstroke or Sunstroke
Sunburn and Sun Allergy
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Muscle Cramp
Cystitis and Urinary Tract Infection
Itching or Pruritus
Teeth and Gums
Mild depression
Seborrheic dermatitis
Acute diarrhea
Indigestion or dyspepsia
Pain
Osteoarthritis pain and other joint pain
Anal pain
Ear pain and earwax buildup
Back pain
Fatigue or asthenia
Fever
Folliculitis, boils, and carbuncles
Scabies
Influenza and flu-like illnesses
“Hangover”
Hemorrhoids (hemorrhoidal flare-ups)
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (difficulty urinating)
Insomnia (minor sleep disturbance)
Heavy legs
Sore throat
Seasickness, Motion Sickness
Bad breath or halitosis
Headaches and migraines
Athlete's foot or fungal foot infection
Nail fungus
Vaginal Yeast Infection or Vaginal Candidiasis
Nausea and Vomiting
Paronychia
Morning-After Pill
Insect Bites
Minor Wounds and Cuts
Head Lice, Nits, and Pubic Lice
Weight Gain and Obesity
Gastroesophageal Reflux
Painful Periods or Dysmenorrhea
Nasopharyngitis
Head Cold or Coryza
Hay Fever or Other Allergic Rhinitis
Nosebleeds or Epistaxis
Dry Mouth or Xerostomia
Dry Eyes
Spasmophilia
Pregnancy Tests
Stiff Neck and Neck Pain
Cough
Menopausal Disorders and Hot Flashes
Warts
Intestinal Worms
Vertigo
Seborrheic dermatitis Have red patches covered with greasy white or yellowish scales appeared on the face (sides of the nose, corners of the mouth, base of the eyebrows, hairline with dandruff, fold beneath the lower lip, behind the ears, external ear canal) and on the trunk (sternum, upper back)? This is likely seborrheic dermatitis. What you need to know Seborrheic dermatitis is a chronic skin condition, generally not serious, that tends to occur in areas rich in sebaceous glands. It is often associated with dandruff on the scalp. It is obviously not very attractive and can itch intensely. Sometimes very unpleasant to live with, it warrants a medical consultation. Causes Seborrheic dermatitis appears to be more or less linked to a fungus, Malassezia, and develops in susceptible individuals in flare-ups, seemingly promoted by stress and anxiety. It may accompany fatigue or digestive problems. The dermatitis may improve spontaneously in summer. What to avoid Do not self-medicate, but see your doctor promptly if: - You are receiving immunosuppressive treatment. - You are taking cortisone derivatives or neuroleptics. - You have skin conditions such as psoriasis or eczema. - The patches cover a large part of the face. - The itching becomes too intense. Good practices Make an appointment with your doctor and, in the meantime: - Wash with a superfatted soap or a dermatological bar, such as A-Derma with oat milk. - Use shampoos containing selenium disulfide or pyrithione zinc two to three times a week. Medications For self-medication, two topical antifungals are available: ciclopirox shampoo, such as Mycoster, for the scalp, and ciclopiroxolamine cream, such as Mycoskin, for the face. However, given the length of treatment (at least 4 weeks), we recommend consulting your doctor first, who will confirm that it is indeed seborrheic dermatitis. Herbal medicines based on greater burdock or nettle, proposed for oily skin, have never been shown to be truly effective. 29 Anti-oily skin (antiseborrheic) 29.1 Mycoster 29.2 Mycoskin