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If you've just been diagnosed with chronic Lyme disease, it may be frustrating to discover that you have new symptoms each day on top of your fatigue and flu-like symptoms. One surprising—and unfortunate—side effect that you may experience from Lyme is acne.  Killing Two Birds with One Stone Since you will most likely be starting an intense regimen of antibiotics for the Lyme disease, adding some more medicine to the roster may not be what you had in mind.

If you suffer from plantar fasciitis, then you understand how painful and debilitating it can be at times. Below is more information on this fairly common disorder of the feet and how you can treat it using stretching and massage at home. What is plantar fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is still not completely understood by medical professionals, as it is a complex condition centered around irritation of the plantar fascia. The plantar fascia is a large, flat tendon that extends from the heel to the toes; it is located on the bottom of the foot, and the plantar fascia covers a variety of muscles and deep ligaments.

In 2012 it was reported that about 1.25 million adults and children in the United States have type 1 diabetes. As a type 1 diabetic, your pancreas no longer produces insulin, so you rely on insulin injections and frequent testing of your blood sugar to regulate the disease. Because your blood sugar level can also be affected by stress, illness, exercise, and the food you eat, it can be hard to keep it in a healthy range.

Even if you're currently enjoying a beautiful romantic relationship, your Valentine's Day could be cause for misery if your skin doesn't receive sufficient love. Many of the trappings and rituals of this holiday include potential threats to your skin's well being. Here are some smart tips to help you spend more quality time with your loved one, and less with your dermatologist, this February 14th. Scents and Sensitivity If you purchase a popular new perfume or cologne for your Valentine's Day event, resist the urge to surprise yourself and your partner with it at the last minute.

Rheumatoid arthritis is a type of autoimmune arthritis. It occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks the tissues that line the insides of your joints, which leads to swelling and pain in the affected joints. Rheumatoid arthritis can lead to serious joint problems like deformities, but it can affect other tissues, too, like your eyes. Rheumatoid arthritis sufferers are at risk of glaucoma, a sight-threatening eye disease. Here are four things you need to know about glaucoma.

Nobody wants to get stung by a bee. But if you have an allergy to bee stings, it's more important for you than for the average person to make sure that you protect yourself from being stung. You already know to carry your epipen just in case, but you're better off not being stung in the first place. Believe it or not, there are ways to lower your risk of being targeted by a bee, and they don't involve staying indoors all of the time.

Even though your partner is the one carrying the baby, pregnancy is something the two of you have to go through together. In order to make sure it goes smoothly and ends up being an experience that brings the two of you closer together, it's essential that you offer continual emotional support to your pregnant partner throughout the months ahead. Here are four ways to do that. Attend midwife appointments -- and participate in the discussion.

If you are interested in dental implants, part of your research and preparation should include various lifestyle changes that can drastically influence the success of your implants. Since your lifestyle and health conditions can slow healing time and increase infection risks, there are ways that you can minimize your risks before sitting in the dentist chair. Rehabilitate Your Mouth If you have neglected routine oral exams and your dental care regimen, now is the time to begin seeing the dentist regularly and developing an oral care routine that you will maintain for the rest of your life.