mucous membranes articles Tag

Monkeypox: should we be concerned?

tion occurs through close contact: - direct or indirect contact with lesions (with contaminated linen, for example) - contact with infected mucous membranes - spitting According to health authorities, the cases reported in Europe are linked to transmission through mucous membranes ...

06
June
2022

How to do an inhalation for a cold?

er respiratory tract. To combat symptoms such as a stuffy nose, headaches, sore throat, and cough, it is important to properly hydrate the irritated mucous membranes. To do this, you can certainly drink hot beverages like herbal teas or a non-alcoholic hot toddy. But you can also do a steam inhala ...

04
Dec
2023

Air Conditioning: 5 Good Reasons to Set the AC to 26°C

ratory infections such as colds or sore throats are among the most common health problems. Indeed, air conditioning systems dry out the air and respiratory mucous membranes, while the transition from hot to cold irritates these same mucous membranes. As a result, they become more vulnerable to viru ...

02
Aug
2024

Eating spicy food: is it good for your health?

te: in sensitive individuals, spicy food can promote heartburn and diarrhea. Indeed, chili and certain spices can irritate the stomach and intestinal mucous membranes. This is also why spicy foods are not recommended for young children. 2- Eating spicy food helps prevent hypertension. It is often ov ...

30
Sep
2024

Health: 10 grandmother's remedies for cough.

ch as mallow, marshmallow, poppy or mullein are recommended... These plants have the particularity of releasing a viscous substance that softens the mucous membranes and lines the throat with a protective layer. Simply infuse 2 teaspoons of dried plant in a cup of hot water. 3- Plants that calm co ...

11
Dec
2017

Sore throat: untangling the real from the fake

It's also worth noting that throat lozenges are not without their drawbacks: - those containing a chlorhexidine-type antiseptic can dry out the mucous membranes - those containing a local anaesthetic such as lidocaine or tetracaine are not recommended because of the risk of a false start. ...

08
Nov
2021

Oligotherapy: for allergies, think of manganese!

r that plays a key role in triggering allergic reactions. Manganese is also a cofactor of numerous enzymes and thus contributes to strengthening the mucous membranes that prevent allergens from entering the body. Note: Manganese is not only an anti-allergic agent. This trace element is involved in ...

13
Apr
2023

Vaccination against the human papillomavirus in middle school in 5 questions

? The word "papillomavirus" refers not to one, but several very common viruses. There are over 150 types in total. These viruses infect the skin and mucous membranes, primarily through sexual contact. They are transmitted through contact from the first sexual relations and can cause precancerous le ...

18
Sep
2023

Processionary caterpillars: how to identify and get rid of them?

hey release very irritating and allergenic silk hairs for both humans and pets. These hairs remain suspended in the air and easily cling to the skin and mucous membranes. They can then cause irritations, inflammatory reactions, or even allergic reactions. These irritating hairs are like tiny harpo ...

06
Mar
2024

The Dynamite Tree: 5 Things to Know About the Species Hura crepitans

species is also feared for its toxicity. Like other plants in the Euphorbiaceae family, it produces a highly irritating latex for the eyes, skin, and mucous membranes. This tree is native to the tropical regions of North and South America, and in the Amazon, fishermen use its yellow latex to sedate ...

21
Mar
2024

Oral Hygiene: 5 Tips for Taking Care of Your Teeth

r taking care of your teeth is more unexpected: stay hydrated to facilitate saliva production. Drinking water regularly helps to hydrate the mouth's mucous membranes and produce more saliva. Conversely, having a dry mouth promotes bacterial growth and bad breath... To prevent dry mouth, it's impor ...

29
Apr
2024

Garden: attract tits to combat processionary caterpillars

ealth due to their very urticating hairs. Even without touching them, one can be exposed to their hairs or bristles which embed in the skin, eyes, or mucous membranes and release a toxin. In case of an invasion in the garden, it is therefore very important to react quickly to get rid of these sting ...

28
May
2024

Sleeping with the fan on: why it's a bad idea

y placing a bottle of ice water in front of the fan. This last tip has the dual advantage of increasing the feeling of freshness and preventing dryness of the skin, nasal mucous membranes, and eyes. Note: another device called an air cooler works on this principle. It offers a good compromise bet ...

07
Aug
2024