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A blackhead is a type of pimple that forms when the pores of the skin get clogged with oils and impurities. A dark collection of sebum, dead skin cells and keratin that plugs the opening of a pore.

Eczema is an inflammatory condition that causes the skin to become red, scaly and itchy. An inflammation of the skin, usually causing itching and sometimes accompanied by crusting, scaling or blisters.

If you've ever groaned, "Oh, my aching back!", you are not alone. Back pain affects 80% of Americans at some time in their lives. It comes in many forms, from lower back pain to neck pain to sciatica.

Warts are harmless skin growths caused by a virus. They have a rough surface on which tiny dark specks may be seen. They may grow on any part of the body and their appearance depends on their location.

Diarrhoea or diadumpa is an abnormal increase in the frequency and liquidity of the stools. It may be caused by intestinal infections, other forms of intestinal inflammation, malabsorption and anxiety.

In ophthalmology, a cataract is known as the opacity of the eye lens. Cataracts are a clouding of the lens of the eye.

Sciatica is a condition in which pain shoots down an leg or arm as a result of a pinched nerve. Pain that runs along the course of the sciatic nerve is referred to by laypersons as sciatica.

Boil or furuncle is a skin disease caused by the inflammation of hair follicles, thus resulting in the localized accumulation of pus and dead tissues. Individual boils can cluster together and form an interconnected network of boils called carbuncles. In severe cases, boils may develop to form abscesses.

Stretch marks form when the skin stretches too quickly. Stretch marks will fade over time. Try using cocoa butter on the stretch marks at least twice a day, especially before bed.

Green tea is found out to be a good drink. It has anti cancer nutrients and it is better than coca cola, coffee or other black teas.