Rash
A
rash is an eruption of the skin that is usually temporary.
The eruptions is typically spots on the skin or areas
of redness and inflammation.
What
To Consider
Although
most rashes are not symptoms of a serious health problem,
they can be signs of allergies, liver and gallbladder
problems, lupus, bleeding disorders, nutritional deficiencies,
and autoimmune diseases.
Rashes
can also be due to the elimination of toxic wastes through
the skin, or of an active immune reaction to an invading
organism. Suppression of such a rash can lead to chronic
disease states. Rather than try to suppress the rash,
in such cases watchful waiting may be more advisable.
Caution
If your rash becomes chronic, forms a "butterfly"
shape over your cheeks, or is accompanied by high fever
and joint pains, seek immediate medical attention to
rule out more serious illnesses.
Self-Care
Tips
Diet
Screen for and eliminate any foods to which
you are allergic or sensitive. Eat an organic, whole
foods diet, with plenty of green, leafy vegetables and
yellow vegetables such as carrots, pumpkin, sweet potatoes,
and winter squash. Also drink plenty of pure, filtered
water, and avoid all processed foods and chemical food
additives.
Nutritional
Supplementation
The following nutrients can be helpful to speed healing
vitamin A and vitamin E (both orally and applied topically
over the affected areas), vitamin C, essential fatty
acids (EFAs), flaxseed oil, and amma linolenic acid
(GLA). In addition, add half a teaspoon of baking soda
to water and drink every fifteen minutes for three times,
and then 2-3 hours several hours for 2-3 days or until
the reaction subsides.
Flower
Essences
Rescue Remedy Cream applied topically to
the affected areas.
Herbs
The following herbal remedies can speed healing
A tincture of equal parts burdock root and gentian root,
the fresh juice of coriander, and/or aloe vera juice
or gel.
Homeopathy
Useful homeopathic remedies include Belladonna,
Sulfur, Graphites, and Calc carb.
Hydrotherapy
Apply a cold compress to the affected areas
as needed to control pain and/or itching. Also, soak
in a warm bath for 20-30 minutes to which one cup of
baking soda has been added.
Juice
Therapy
Drink fresh squeezed vegetable juices on a
daily basis, especially carrot, beet, radish, and garlic
juice.
Caution
If your symptoms persist despite the above measures,
seek the help of a qualified health professional.
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