Health concerns- Vaginal Itching, Burning, and Irritation

Itching or irritation anywhere on the body can cause discomfort. But when it occurs in an area as sensitive as the vagina, it can be especially uncomfortable. Most genital itching and irritation isn't a major concern. But because they can be symptoms of an infection, it's always a good idea to call your health care provider.

What causes vaginal itching, burning, and irritation?

There are several common causes of vaginal itching, burning, and irritation, including:

• Bacterial vaginosis . It's normal to have a healthy mix of bacteria in the vagina. But the wrong bacteria growing there can lead to an infection. Besides itching, other symptoms that come with bacterial vaginosis are inflammation, burning, discharge, and a fishy-smelling odor.
• Sexually transmitted disease (STDs). Chlamydia, genital herpes, genital warts,trichomoniasis, and gonorrhea all can cause vaginal itching and irritation and other symptoms.
• Yeast infection (vaginal candidiasis). About three out of every four women will develop a yeast infection at some point in their lives. Yeast infections occur when the yeast, candida, grow excessively in the vagina and vulva. Pregnancy, intercourse, antibiotics, and a weakened immune system can all make women more likely to get a yeast infection. In addition to irritation, a yeast infection will produce a thick, white, cheesy discharge.
• Menopause. The drop in estrogen production that occurs at the end of a woman's reproductive years can cause the vaginal walls to thin and dry out. This can lead to itching and irritation. Thinning of the vaginal walls is also a problem in some women who breastfeed.
• Chemical irritants. A number of chemical substances, including creams, douches, condoms, contraceptive foams, laundry detergents, soaps, scented toilet paper, and fabric softeners can irritate the vagina.
• Lichen sclerosis. This is a rare condition that causes thin white patches to form on the skin, especially around the vulva. The patches can permanently scar the vaginal area. Postmenopausal women are most likely to develop this condition.

How are vaginal itching, burning, and irritation treated?

Vaginal irritation will often get better on its own. However, if the irritation continues, is severe, or comes back after treatment, call for an appointment with your doctor. The doctor can do a pelvic exam. The doctor will probably also take a sample of the discharge to find the source of the problem.

How vaginal discomfort is treated depends on what condition is causing the problem:

• Vaginosis and STDs are treated with antibiotics.
• Yeast infections are treated with antifungal medications. They are inserted into the vagina in the form of creams, ointments, or suppositories, or they are taken orally. You can buy these medications over the counter in different doses -- one-day, three-day, seven-day. However, if you've never been diagnosed with a yeast infection, see your doctor before taking any over-the-counter medication.
• Menopause-related itching may be treated with estrogen cream or tablets.
• Other types of itching and irritation respond to steroid creams or lotions, which reduce inflammation. A prescription-strength steroid cream can relieve the irritation of lichen sclerosis.

In young girls, it's important to report any itching, burning, or irritation to a healthcare provider, because these symptoms can be signs of sexual abuse.

Health concerns- Halitosis ( bad breath)

Bad breath is a common problem that can affect anyone at any age.

About one in four people are thought to have bad breath (halitosis) on a regular basis.

What causes bad breath?

Bad breath can be the result of numerous things, but it's usually caused by poor oral hygiene. If bacteria builds up in your mouth, it can cause your breath to smell. 

Bacteria break down pieces of food in the mouth, releasing unpleasant-smelling gas. Any food trapped in your teeth will be broken down by bacteria, causing bad breath.

Persistent bad breath can sometimes be a sign of gum disease.

Eating strongly flavoured foods, such as onions and garlic, can also cause your breath to smell, as can smoking and drinking a lot of alcohol.

Occasionally, bad breath can occur following an infection or illness, or as a result of taking certain types of medication.

Treating and preventing bad breath

Improving oral hygiene is usually enough to cure bad breath and prevent it happening again.

Your dentist can advise you about ways to improve your oral health and will recommend:

• regularly brushing your teeth and gums
• flossing between your teeth
• keeping your tongue clean

When to see your Doctor 

If you still have bad breath after making changes to your dental hygiene, see your Doctor .There may be a medical cause that needs investigating.

Don't try to hide the smell of your breath before visiting your dentist or Doctor because it will make it more difficult for them to find out what's causing the problem.

Do I have bad breath?

It's not always easy to tell if you have bad breath. Other people may notice it first, but could feel uncomfortable telling you.

A simple test to find out whether you have bad breath is to lick the inside of your wrist with the back of your tongue and wait for a few seconds until the saliva dries. If your wrist smells unpleasant, it's likely your breath does too.

My Makeup looks

I love make up and dressing up, I learned how to apply make up watching YouTube videos.lots of trial and errors, days I look like absolute clown and days I look lovely. I am better now with practice, I took pictures of some makeup looks I had recently that I love and would live to share with you.

Footballer Mario Balotelli in legal battle to gain access to toddler daughter

With the selection for this summer's World Cup looming he doesn't need any extra pressure.

But Mario Balotelli will have a lot on his mind after attending an Italian court where he is fighting a custody battle over his daughter.

The Italian striker is in negotiations with his ex-girlfriend Raffaella Fico for the right to visit the child, called Pia, who is eighteen months old.

Ballotelli did not acknowledge he was Pia’s father until February this year after DNA tests proved his paternity.

He was allowed to hold her for the first time only a month ago in the court house in Naples, after the judge granted special permission.

Balotelli and Miss Fico attended a private hearing at a court in Brescia, near Milan, to discuss how often the footballer will be able to visit his daughter.

After a hearing that lasted about an hour the Serie A star’s lawyers said that they were confident he would have the chance to hold his daughter again before he leaves for the World Cup in Brazil.

Balotelli’s lawyer Alessandra Capuano told Corriere della Sera:  ‘We are well on track to finding a way for both parents to fully collaborate.’

The judge did not go into discussions on maintenance payments, which are the subject of a separate legal process beginning in September.

The pair have had an acrimonious relationship since she fell pregnant in Manchester in 2012, with Balotelli claiming she told the papers about the pregnancy before him.

Miss Fico then appeared to go to great lengths to persuade Balotelli to meet his daughter, posting pictures of Pia on Twitter and speaking of his 'indifference'.

But Balotelli claims that he would not meet her until his paternity was proven by a DNA test ‘because children must not be disappointed by adults who disappear.’

‘For a whole year I have tried to reach an agreement with Fico over where, and how, to do this DNA test,' Balotelli told La Gazzetta dello Sport earlier this year.

‘I cannot turn up if I am not certain of being her father, because children mustn’t be disappointed by adults who then disappear. I know something about that.’

In February he finally announced to the world that he had a daughter writing on Twitter: ‘Finally the truth, PIA, sweet child of mine, your dad.'

In April he took the day off training to hold the baby for the first time in a courtroom in Naples, spending about 50 minutes with her.

Balotelli was born in Sicily to Ghanaian immigrant parents. He was placed in foster care at the age of two and from then on raised by his adoptive family in Brescia. 

Italian murder trial is stopped after judge spots court staff having SEX

A judge suspended a murder trial after spotting two court staff having sex during the hearing.

Stunned Anna Ivaldi asked the prosecutor to stop speaking after she looked up and spotted the couple writhing in ecstasy in an office beside the court.

They had thought the smoked glass they were behind would mask their steamy antics, but the eagle-eyed judge could still see them. 

One of the two is thought to be married, another member of staff said.

Judge Ivaldi ordered the trial in Genoa to be stopped while the two employees had their passion

brought to an abrupt halt.

Witnesses said prosecutor Sabrina Monteverde had just begun their summing up in the case of

Moroccan born Yassin Mahmod who is accused of murdering a tramp in the Italian port city last year.

A court source said:'The summing up had just begun when the judge heard strange noises, looked up and saw the outline of two naked bodies.'When everyone looked it was quite clear what was going on - they were having sex.

'They obviously thought because the glass was dark they would not be seen.

'The judge suspended the case and had the two people clawed away.

'They are both court admin staff but they have not been named. It's a bit delicate as one of them is married.'

A spokesman for the court in Genoa said:'Proceedings in a murder case were temporarily halted after the judge noted a disturbance.

'The matter was dealt with and an investigation has been launched so as a result it would not be 
appropriate to comment further.'

Cornrows styles for Natural and Relaxed hair

I have been natural for over 2 years and as much as I love being natural, I find it difficult maintaining my hair daily. I began researching different hairstyles that will give me the glamorous look that I love, easy to maintain and that enables me to still moisturise my natural hair. I came across a couple of styles that I would love to share with you.

Body shapes part 1- Pear shape

There are 4 most common body shape- apple, pear, rectangle and hourglass. Today I am going to be discussing how to dress a pear shape body, the type of clothes that suits a pear shape body.
So a pear shape body means the widest part of your body is below your waist, around your hips. You can be tall, short, heavy or skinny and still be pear shaped. The fashion goal for a pear shape is to elongate your figure so as to look less bottom heavy, to achieve this is to balance your hips and shoulders while showing off your curves. Clothes that are darker and sliming on the bottom with solid colours and fun colour print, bold colours at the top.

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Clothes that will suit pear shaped body