Respiratory symptoms may be linked to the exposure to the black mould (Stachybotrys) over a period of time. This is because the spores from the mould are inhaled and can be present within the lung tissue for some time and become a health hazard to humans. COMMON CONDITIONS LINKED TO BLACK MOULD EXPOSURE: Allergies, asthma, […]
A nasty chest infection warrants medical investigation if you are suffering from fever, chills, shortness of breath or chronic lethargy. It is advisable to seek the support of a health care professional who can properly diagnose your individual case and give you the support you require if you are unsure. If you have a history […]
Urticaria is characterised as an acute or chronic allergic reaction in which red, raised lumps (wheals or welts) of different sizes appear on the skin. These intensely itchy lumps may last hours but may also stay for days, some may even come and go periodically. They can vary in size and may occur all over […]
One of the complications with tonsillitis is the bacteria produced due to the extensive amounts of inflammation and infection present. The bacteria is produced as a by-product to the immediate viral condition and the resulted immune weakness. Tonsilitis may be caused by a virus or bacteria, however most often it is a viral condition. Medical treatment involves the […]
Itchy skin (pruritus) can be caused by a number of factors. Generally it is either a local skin irritation or a disorder of the nervous system. Itching sensations can be experienced as skin irritations, crawling skin, inflammation, rashes or minor irritations. Common causes of itchy skin skin inflammation due to allergies, ezcema, dermatitis heavy metal […]
Experiencing a metallic taste in the mouth is a fairly common problem and is usually not serious, however I do recommend that you find the cause of the problem and address it. A metallic taste in the mouth can be attributed to many factors, but the most common causes of this are: Excessive Iron levels […]
LOW IMMUNITY Addressing underlying immune system weaknesses may result in improving your daughters overall health and wellbeing in the long term. Asthma and tonsilitis are conditions which need to be properly addressed in order to reduce the symptoms of congestion and reocurring inflammation of the respiratory tract which contribute to worsening of her symptoms. DIET […]
Allergic rhinitis is caused by hypersensitivity of the mucus membranes and immune system, inflammation and irritation which results in irritation and dryness of the mucus membranes of the nasal passages. Airborne allergens such as dust, moulds, pollens, pollution and chemicals will aggravate these symptoms and trigger this allergic immune response. When these allergens enter the […]
Sinusitis is inflammation of one or more of the sinuses, located behind the nasal cavity. This inflammation can cause pain, mucus production and congestion causing pressure headaches. This inflammation can be caused by a viral, bacterial or fungal infection or due to an allergic reaction. Sinusitis is a symptom of an underlying condition that is causing this […]
There is a lot of supporting data concerning dairy foods contributing to a worsening of symptoms in tonsillitis; however, there are no strong conclusions formed or studies done to substantiate this. Most people find that dairy foods do in fact contribute to mucus production and a worsening of the congestion when there are respiratory infections present. Naturopaths […]