plantmedicine

Bed-wetting is also known as nighttime incontinence or nocturnal enuresis. Generally, bed-wetting before age 7 isn't a concern. At this age, your child may still be developing nighttime bladder control. If bed-wetting continues, treat the problem with patience and understanding. Bladder training, moisture alarms or medication may help reduce bed-wetting Causes-- No one knows for sure what causes bed-wetting, but various factors may play a role: A small bladder.  Your child's bladder may not be developed enough to hold urine produced during the night. Inability to recognize a full bladder.  If the nerves that control the bladder are slow to mature, a full bladder may not wake your child — especially if your child is a deep sleeper. A hormone imbalance.  During childhood, some kids don't produce enough anti-diuretic hormone (ADH) to slow nighttime urine production. Stress.  Stressful events — such as becoming a big brother or sister, starting a new scho...

Dry hair occurs when your hair does not receive enough moisture. This reduces its sheen and can make your hair appear frizzy, lifeless, and dull. Dry hair can affect men and women of any age. Sheen and luster are two important signs of healthy hair. Your hair consists of three layers. In healthy hair, the outer layer thoroughly protects the inner layers. Natural oils in the outer layer also reflect light, making your hair shiny. In cases of dry hair, the outer layer breaks down, which causes the hair to appear dull and unhealthy. Causes of Dry Hair There is no single cause of dry hair. Rather, a variety of factors can lead to dry hair, including environmental conditions, hair care habits, and your physical health. Environmental conditions that may cause dry hair include:living in a dry, hot climate,spending a lot of time in the sun,frequently swimming in chlorinated water Certain hair-care practices also contribute to dry hair. These include washing your hair too often, usi...

A breast lump is a growth of tissue that develops within your breast. Different types of breast lumps can vary in the way they look and feel. You may perceive a lump as a mass, growth, swelling, thickness or fullness. You might notice: ·          A distinct lump with definite borders ·          A firm, hard area within your breast ·          A thickened, slightly more prominent area in your breast that's different from surrounding breast tissue ·          Other breast changes, such as redness, dimpling or pitting of the skin ·          One breast that's noticeably larger than the other ·          Nipple changes, such as a nipple that's pulled inward or spontaneous fluid discharge from your nipple ·      ...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD ) is a chronic inflammatory lung disease that causes obstructed airflow from the lungs. Symptoms include breathing difficulty, cough, mucus (sputum) production and wheezing. It's caused by long-term exposure to irritating gases or particulate matter, most often from cigarette smoke. People with   COPD  are at increased risk of developing heart disease , lung cancer and a variety of other conditions. Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are the two most common conditions that contribute to   COPD . Chronic bronchitis is inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from the air sacs (alveoli) of the lungs. It's characterized by daily cough and mucus (sputum) production. Emphysema is a condition in which the alveoli at the end of the smallest air passages (bronchioles) of the lungs are destroyed as a result of damaging exposure to cigarette smoke and other irritating gases and particulate matter...

Nasal congestion or "stuffy nose" occurs when nasal and adjacent tissues and blood vessels become swollen with excess fluid, causing a "stuffy" feeling. Nasal congestion may or may not be accompanied by a nasal discharge or "runny nose." Nasal congestion usually is just an annoyance for older children and adults. But nasal congestion can be serious for children whose sleep is disturbed by their nasal congestion, or for infants, who might have a hard time feeding as a result. Causes-- Nasal congestion can be caused by anything that irritates or inflames the nasal tissues. Infections — such as colds, flu or sinusitis — allergies and various irritants, such as tobacco smoke, may all cause a runny nose. Some people have a chronically runny nose for no apparent reason — a condition called nonallergic rhinitis or vasomotor rhinitis (VMR). Less commonly, nasal congestion can be caused by polyps or a tumor. Potential causes of nasal congestion include:...