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What are different home remedies for blisters – a summer problem?

About the Blister
- Blisters are a very common thing.
- We come across them very often in our daily lives.
- The common forms of blisters are the ones where the blister is raised and filled with a liquid.
- These can also be found in your mouth.
- They are smaller than canker sores.

Friction blisters are caused by friction by doing things
- With your bare hands,
- Wearing a new shoe,
- Due to heat, frostbite,
- Chemical injury or friction

Blood blisters
- Blood blisters are mainly developed due to a smash or punching injury.
- This kind of injury ticker the blood between the skin layers causing it to be a blood blister.

Self-Care Measures
- If the blister is due to burns, it is best to put pour or soak the injured part in ice-water.
- To avoid blisters on your feet, one must apply Vaseline or petroleum jelly all over your feet before wearing shoes to avoid any friction.
- You can wear silk under socks to prevent blisters.
- Rub baby powder on your feet.
- This prevents blisters appearing on your feet.

Home Remedies for Blisters
- Provide a cool compress to the blister by soaking a towel in a mixture of salt and ice-cold water.
- Apply 10 percent tannic acid to the required areas of the skin, twice daily.
- Continue this application for two to three weeks to make your skin stronger and healthier.
- Sweating causes further inflammation of the blisters.
- To get your feet dry, soak them in a mixture of epsom salt and warm water.
- Do this by the end of the day for five minutes and later soak it dry for best results.
- You can treat broken blisters by applying few drops of Listerine to disinfect the wound as this works like a wonderful antiseptic.
- You can apply aloe vera gel or juice, vitamin E oil or zinc ointment on the blisters to alleviate pain.
- Garlic oil also helps in disinfecting the infected blisters.
- Dab blisters with witch hazel at least four times a day.
- This would relieve pain and also help in drying process of the blister.
- Garlic oil is known to heal due to the presence of astringent tannin.
- Aloe vera, vitamin E oil, or zinc ointment will help heal a blister.
- Puncture gently with clean & sterilized needle and place a tiny bit of Neosporin.
- Place a corn pad (inner portion of circular removed) and place over the blister until it heals.
- Do not drain the blister.
- Do not remove the overlying skin.
- Place an adhesive donut bandage, over the blister for protection and comfort.
- Do not use one of those liquid bandages over a pierced blister.
- “Tent” the bandage by bringing in its sides so the padding in the middle of the bandage rises up a bit.
- A tented bandage will help protect the blister while exposing it to air.
- This will make the blister heal with speed.
- Another type of bandage, available in pharmacies, contains a gel and antiseptic to cushion and “clean” the blister which is known as the double padded bandage.
- Give your blister a chance to “breathe” by going without a bandage occasionally.
- Apply an antibacterial/antibiotic ointment to it.
- Doctors generally recommend Bacitracin or Polysporin.
- Try using the circular pads made of foam adhesive found in the foot-care aisle of drug.
- Elevating the blistered area can help relieve the pressure.
- To drain a blister on a tough-skinned area, such as the sole of the foot, soak the blister for fifteen minutes in Burow’s solution.
- Soak the blister three to four times a day.
- A day or two of this will soften the blister and make draining easier.
- Redness, red streaks, or pus in an intact or “popped” blister should be treated by a doctor.

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What are different home remedies for common digestive problems?

The main function of the digestive system is:
- to process all the foods and liquids you consume.
- then turn them into nutrients or energy required by the body.
- the food that cannot be digested gets converted to waste matter, which gets expelled from the body.
- this is done by a bowel movement.

The common digestive disorders are:
- heartburn or Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- constipation
- diarrhea
- gastritis
- hemorrhoids
- irritable Bowel Disease (IBS)
- gallstones

The other types of digestive disorders are:
- celiac disease
- peptic ulcers
- crohn’s disease
- ulcerative colitis
- diverticular disease
- colon cancer, rectal cancer and stomach cancer are also a part of digestive disorders.

Home Remedies for Common Digestive Disorders
- Drink fresh Aloe Vera juice.
- This is very high in vitamins, minerals and other essential nutrients.
- This remedy is said to relieve diarrhea, constipation as well as other gastrointestinal problems.
- Probiotics, which are microbial organisms, are usually found in the digestive tracts of humans.
- They improve the digestive process in the body.
- Consume probiotic yogurt at regular intervals during the day.
- This alleviates the digestive disorders.
- Different types of tea can be very helpful.
- Ginger tea, chamomile tea, green tea and peppermint tea are the effective varieties of tea that alleviate digestive problems.

Use bitter digestive stimulants and herbs like:
- black cohosh,
- angelica,
- yarrow,
- skullcap,
- dandelion
- small quantities of wormwood
- mint,
- lavender,
- fennel,
- rosemary,
- juniper,
- valerian,
- lemon balm

Diet for Common Digestive Disorders
- Follow a healthy diet at all times.
- The BRAT diet is the ideal one which comprises of bananas, rice, applesauce, tea (or Toast).

Diet Aspects
- Eating a high amount of fresh fruits and vegetables can increase the amount of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.
- Consumption of whole grains and cereals is also important.
- It adds fiber to your digestive tract.
- Fiber facilitates the movement of the waste matter in the digestive tract.
- High-fiber foods help alleviate constipation.
- Adequate intake of fluids, especially water.
- Make sure that you drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of water through the day.

Other Home Remedies
- Ginger garlic with honey juice
- Decoction of Coriander, cardamom, ginger and cloves
- Lemon with honey
- Chamomile tea
- Holy basil with ginger and jiggery
- Cumin seeds with pomegranate
- Cabbage juice
- Papaya juice

What are different kinds and symptoms of common digestive problems?

The main function of the digestive system is:
- to process all the foods and liquids you consume.
- then turn them into nutrients or energy required by the body.
- the food that cannot be digested gets converted to waste matter, which gets expelled from the body.
- this is done by a bowel movement.

The common digestive disorders are:
- heartburn or Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- constipation
- diarrhea
- gastritis
- hemorrhoids
- irritable Bowel Disease (IBS)
- gallstones

The other types of digestive disorders are:
- celiac disease
- peptic ulcers
- crohn’s disease
- ulcerative colitis
- diverticular disease
- colon cancer, rectal cancer and stomach cancer are also a part of digestive disorders.

Symptoms for Common Digestive Disorders

1. Heartburn or GERD Symptoms
- Regurgitation of sour liquid or food.
- Dry cough.
- Chest pain.
- Sensation of a lump in the throat.
- Sore throat or hoarseness.
- Dysphagia, which is difficulty in swallowing.
- Burning sensation in the chest, which could spread to the throat.

2. Constipation
- Experiencing a feeling of rectal blockage.
- Passing stools that are very hard.
- Having less than three bowel movements in a week.
- Straining excessively during a bowel movement.
- Pain in the abdominal area.
- Feeling a sensation of incomplete evacuation after passing stools.

3. Diarrhea
- Bloating in the abdominal area.
- Fever.
- Pain and severe cramps in the abdomen.
- Presence of blood in the stool on rare occasions.
- Bloody or black stool in severe and serious cases of diarrhea.

4. Gastritis
- Sensation of fullness in the upper abdomen after eating.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Pain or a burning ache in the upper abdomen.

5. Hemorrhoids
- Bleeding during the bowel movement.
- A lump near the anus, which is painful and sensitive.
- Pain or discomfort.
- Leakage of feces.
- Swelling around the anal area.
- Irritation and itchiness in the anal area.

6. Irritable Bowel Disease (IBS)
- Mucus in the stools.
- Alternate bouts of constipation and diarrhea.
- Flatulence or excess gas.
- Cramps and pain in the abdomen.
- Bloated feeling.

7. Gallstones
- Sudden and intense pain in the upper right portion of the abdomen.
- Pain in the right shoulder.
- Backache, which is worse between the shoulder blades.