The skin condition eczema, characterized by an itchy red rash, may be caused by a host of allergens or irritants.
The Nemours Foundation offers this list of common triggers for eczema:
Allergens such as animal dander, dust, mold or pollen.
Cold, dry winter air, or severe heat.
Dry skin.
Harsh soaps or detergents.
Irritating fabrics such as wool, or fabrics with a coarse weave.
Perfume, cologne and some skin care products, especially those with alcohol.
Tobacco smoke.
Some foods, commonly dairy foods and those that are highly acidic.
Emotional stress.
Sweating.
Pain in the ear has many possible causes and may be accompanied by other symptoms.
The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers this list of possible reasons for earache:
Arthritis in the jaw.
An infection in the middle or outer ear.
Changes in pressure that damage the ear.
An object lodged in the ear, or a significant buildup of ear wax.
A ruptured or perforated eardrum.
A sinus infection, infected tooth or sore throat.
Temporomandibular joint syndrome (TMJ).
The exact cause of acne isn’t understood, but the American Academy of Dermatology says four factors are involved: too much oil, clogged pores, bacteria, and inflammation.
The academy offers these skin-care suggestions designed to help manage acne:
Gently clean your face one or two times per day with a gentle skin cleanser and lukewarm water. Excessive washing, on the other hand, can irritate the skin and make acne worse.
If your hair is oily, shampoo daily to help prevent oil from getting to the skin.
While foods aren’t believed to cause acne, in some people, certain foods can make acne worse. If you know which foods seem to aggravate your acne, avoid them.
Use oil-free makeup and skin products.
Avoid getting hair products, such as sprays or gel, on your face.
If you have acne, your dermatologist may recommend a prescription or over-the-counter treatment.
Repetitive stress injury most often affects people who spend a lot of time at the computer or video game console. The repetitive motions of certain sports, such as tennis, also can lead to an RSI.
The Nemours Foundation says the following conditions can stem from a repetitive stress injury:
Carpal tunnel syndrome, caused by swelling of the narrow channel formed by bone and ligaments in the wrist.
Cervical radiculopathy, a compression of disks in the neck. A common cause of this problem is the holding of a telephone receiver to the ear using the shoulder.
Epicondylitis, more commonly known as “tennis elbow.”
Ganglion cysts, which are bumps in the wrist caused by leakage of a jelly-like material from a joint or tendon.
Reflex sympathetic dystrophy, a painful condition in which the hands become dry, swollen and weak.
Tendonitis, an inflammation of tendons that connect bones and muscles.