There are two general categories of antiseptics: rubs and washes. This article discusses examples of antiseptics, their safety, and when their use should be avoided. FotoDuets / Getty Images What Does an Antiseptic Do? FotoDuets / Getty Images When used as a consumer product, antiseptics typically protect the user. Some antiseptic agents used in healthcare products are not available in consumer products. This is due to insufficient data to support their safety and effectiveness....

About 6 million of these cones allow us to see the world in all its colorful hues. They work together with 120 million rods, which provide black-and-white vision. These powerful little receptors get their name from their cone-like shape. Getty Images What Are Rods? Tubular-shaped rods are the counterpart to the cones. They are located on the outside area of the retina. The fact is, each of the colors of the rainbow has a different wavelength....

Most of the time, humans andDemodexmites coexist with no problem. Demodicosis An infestation of eyelash mites is calleddemodicosis. This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing. Power and Syred / Science Photo Library / Getty Images Demodexmites often are first passed from mothers to newborns, particularly those who are breastfed. Demodexmites become more prevalent during puberty as the number of sebaceous glands increases. The risk is further increased if the eyelids are not part of daily hygiene practices....

These demodex mites aren’t visible on the face. This can cause symptoms like itching and sores, as well as trigger or aggravate skin conditions likeeczemaorrosacea. What Is Demodicosis? Verywell / Laura Porter Demodicosis is an infestation of face mites. It causes tiny white bumps, similar to whiteheads in acne, plus redness and itching. Demodicosis develops when face mites multiply rapidly and your normal immune response cannot control them. ttsz / Getty Images...

Female genital sores are bumps around the vagina, vulva, and anus that might be itchy. Other causes can include irritation from shaving, ingrown hairs,hemorrhoids, oryeast infections. There are two types of HSV that can cause genital herpes: HSV-1 and HSV-2. HSV-1 is more common in oral herpes (cold sores or fever blisters). HSV-2 is more common in genital herpes. HPV strains, such as HPV 6 and 11, also cause genital sores....

These cells serve several important functions in every organ system and body part. This article provides an overview of fibroblasts' anatomy and function, and the conditions associated with them. They are flat, branch-shaped cells characterized by a dark, oval nucleus. Ed Reschke / Getty Images Unlike some other types of cells, fibroblasts can undergo development and transformation. Types of Fibroblasts There are many types of fibroblasts involved in different body parts and systems....

Fleas are parasitic insects that feed on the blood of mammals and birds. When a human has flea bites, they appear as itchy bumps, often in groups of three. Fleas are known for their leaping capabilities. Reproduced with permission from ©DermNetwww.dermnetnz.org2023. This article discusses flea bites, how to identify them, and treatment options. Reproduced with permission from ADermNetwww.dermnetnz.org2023. Flea Bites Causes Fleas predominantly live on and feed off of animals....

Foods that cause gastrointestinal (GI) distress often have one thing in common: they’re FODMAPs. This article explains what FODMAPs are and why they can cause such distress. It also lists some of the foods you may want to avoid. chokja / iStockphoto What Does FODMAP Mean? FODMAPis an acronym that stands for fermentableoligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, andpolyols. we don’t produce the enzyme that breaks down galacto-oligosaccharides until it enters the large intestines/gut)....

Follicular cysts are functional or simple, noncancerous cysts that grow in theovaries. Follicular cysts occur duringovulation, the menstrual cycle phase when afolliclereleases an egg from one of the ovaries. This article discusses symptoms, causes and risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment of follicular cysts. Iordache Laurentiu / EyeEm / Getty Images Iordache Laurentiu / EyeEm / Getty Images What Are Follicular Cysts? Follicular cysts are a key in of benignovarian cystcaused by normal hormonal fluctuations during themenstrual cycle....

Food deserts are residential areas with poor access to healthy, affordable food. But when you live in a food desert, these goals are hard to achieve. Food deserts are a serious public health concern. Elvis Batiz​ / Flickr It also explains what can be done to expand access to healthy foods in areas designated as food deserts. What Makes an Area a Food Desert? Food deserts are generally lower-income communities that lack access to nutritious, affordable food....

Foot cramps are due to sustained, painful, involuntary contractions of the muscles in your feet. Foot cramps will usually go away with stretching and massaging. Wearing supportive shoes can help prevent them from happening. Illustration by Tara Anand for Verywell Health You should see your healthcare provider if foot cramps persist or continue to come back. Dehydration Muscle cramps anywhere in the body can happen if you get dehydrated. If you don’t give your feet enough rest, this can lead to pain and cramping....

Skin tagsare relatively harmless, though they can cause pain, itching, and irritation. These non-cancerous skin growths usually develop in skin folds, including the groin. A medical professional can often remove genital skin tags. Illustration by Michela Buttignol for Verywell Health This article discusses genital skin tags, their symptoms, and their causes. It also covers treatment options. Illustration by Michela Buttignol for Verywell Health What Are the Symptoms of Genital Skin Tags?...

This article will go over what glial cells do in the brain and nerves in the body. You’ll also learn about conditions that are related to glial cells. Glial cells are like a secretarial pool for yournervous systemand its janitorial and maintenance staff. normaals/Getty Images The “astro” part of the name is because the cells have projections that make them look star-shaped. There are different kinds of astrocytes. For example,protoplasmic astrocyteshave thick projections with lots of branches....