Understanding Allergies: Conventional Care and an Ayurvedic Perspective
Allergies are extremely common and can range from seasonal sneezing and itchy eyes to food reactions, eczema and, in rare cases, life-threatening anaphylaxis. An allergy occurs when the immune system...
Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye): Symptoms, Causes, Types and Ayurvedic Perspective
Conjunctivitis, commonly called pink eye, is inflammation of the conjunctiva — the thin, clear membrane covering the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelids. It can...
Autoimmune Diseases: Causes, Symptoms & an Ayurvedic Perspective
The immune system protects us from infection. In an autoimmune condition, it mistakenly reacts against the body’s own healthy tissue. More than 80 autoimmune diseases are recognised, including: Some affect...
Urticaria (Hives): Symptoms, Causes and an Ayurvedic Perspective
Important: Hives accompanied by swelling of the lips, tongue, or throat; difficulty breathing; wheezing; dizziness; or collapse may indicate a serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). Call 000 immediately. What are hives?...
Swollen Lymph Nodes: Causes, Symptoms and an Ayurvedic Perspective
Have you ever noticed a small lump under your jaw, in your neck, armpit or groin? What you’re feeling may be a swollen lymph node – sometimes called a swollen...