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Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition affecting both teenagers and adults and is usually due to hormonal causes linked to puberty. Pimples most often occurs on the face, particularly the cheeks and forehead, chest, back and shoulders. Secondary bacterial infections of a pimple causes large pustular eruptions commonly referred to as a ‘zit’.
A persistent itching sensation within the ear canal is often a sign of inflammation or infection within the ear canal. Excessive cleaning, especially with an ear bud (cue tip) removes the natural wax from the ear canal. This wax is often thought to be dirt but is actually the body’s natural mechanism for lubricating the ear canal and preventing insects or microorganisms from entering the ear canal or causing an infection.
Hives (urticaria) is a skin condition known for its characteristic itchy red raised rash that occur as bumps or patches intermittently. Sometimes called welts, wheals or swellings, the rash has a tendency to appear and disappear with very slight trace of having existed after a few hours since they are a superficial (surface) reaction. Hives may be accompanied by angioedema, a deeper lying rash or swelling, affecting the eyes and lips.
In most itchy skin conditions or acute rashes, an anti-histamine or corticosteroid is prescribed for oral use. Anti-histamines can cause drowsiness which may not be practical during working hours and prolonged use of oral corticosteroids can have a host of side effects. Both are contraindicated in pregnant women although they may be used in severe cases.
This formula may also be effective in treating other allergic conditions including hay fever or post nasal drip depending on the severity of your allergy.