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Leucoderma, also known as vitiligo, is a rare skin disease characterized by white spots and patches. The white patch or spot is called as leucoderma, and when it occurs without any preceding disease it is called Vitiligo. Leucoderma, in literal term means white skin.

The cause of vitiligo is unknown, but research suggests that it may arise from autoimmune condition in which immune system of body destroys its own cells & tissues, genetic, stress. There are different theories suggesting autoimmune syndrome (a condition whereby the immune system of body destroys body’s own tissues & cells), impaired hepatic function as jaundice, gastric disorder, typhoid fever etc.

Leucoderma may appear due to certain external accidental causes, such a burn, a cut or an ulcer. These external factors damage melanocytes, the cells beneath skin which produce the melanin pigment. It results in diminished skin colour patches, which later converts white and prominent, forming white patches.

IMAGES OF LEUCODERMA SUFFRER

Studies have shown that immunomodulator creams such as Protopic and Elidel cause repigmentation in some cases, when used with UVB narrowband treatments. A 1997 report suggests that combining vitamin B12 and folic acid supplements with sun exposure caused repigmentation in 62% of cases.Most potent agent for chemical leucoderma is Mono benzoyl ether of hydro quinone.

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Salt acts as a mild antiseptic, and also draws water out of mucous membranes in the throat, which helps to clear phlegm. Dissolve a half-teaspoon salt in a glass of warm water, gargle and spit out. Repeat up to four times a day. Alternatively, gargle with a baking-soda solution.

An infectious bacterial fever with an eruption of red spots on the chest and abdomen and severe intestinal irritation.

Typhoid fever, also known simply as typhoid, is a symptomatic bacterial infection due to Salmonella typhi.

 It can also be caused by Salmonella paratyphi, a related bacterium that usually causes a less severe illness. The bacteria are deposited in water or food by a human carrier and are then spread to other people in the area.

Come up with a list of healthy ways to relax and recharge. Try to implement one or more of these ideas each day, to avoid stress !

A Here we have list to avoid stress.                                                                        Go for a walk. Spend time in nature. Call a good friend. Play a competitive game of tennis or racquetball. Write in your journal. Take a long bath. Light scented candles.

Manage stress !

• Savor a warm cup of coffee or tea.                                 
• Play with a pet.
• Work in your garden.
• Get a massage.
• Curl up with a good book.                                         
• Listen to music.
• Watch a comedy.                       

Stress Management Chart !

• Drinking water can boost metabolism by 24-30% over a period of 1-1.5 hours, helping you burn off a few more calories .
• One study showed that drinking a half liter (17 oz) of water about a half an hour before meals helped dieters eat fewer calories and lose 44% more weight.

3. Drink Coffee (Preferably Black).

• Coffee has been unfairly demonized. Quality coffee is loaded with antioxidants, and can have numerous health benefits.
• Studies show that the caffeine in coffee can boost metabolism by 3-11%, and increase fat burning by up to 10-29%.

4. Drink Green Tea.

• Green tea contains small amounts of caffeine, but it is also loaded with powerful antioxidants called catechins, which are also believed to work synergistically with the caffeine to enhance fat burning. 

• Coconut oil is very healthy. It is high in special fats called medium chain triglycerides, which are metabolized differently than other fats.
• These fats have been shown to boost metabolism by 120 calories per day, and also reduce your appetite so that you eat up to 256 fewer calories per day. 

•  A fiber called Glucomannan has been shown to cause weight loss.
• This is a type of fiber that absorbs water and “sits” in your gut for a while, making you feel more full and helping you eat fewer calories.

8. Do Aerobic Exercise

• Doing aerobic exercise (cardio) is an excellent way to burn calories and improve your physical and mental health.
• It appears to be particularly effective to lose belly fat, the unhealthy fat that tends to build up around your organs and cause metabolic disease.

10. Don’t Drink Calories, Including Sugary Soda and Fruit Juices. 

• Sugar is bad, but sugar in liquid form is even worse. Studies show that liquid sugar calories may be the single most fattening aspect of the modern diet.
• For e.g., one study showed that sugar-sweetened beverages are linked to a 60% increased risk of obesity in children, for each daily serving.
• Keep in mind that this applies to fruit juice as well, which contains a similar amount of sugar as a soft drink like coke . Eat whole fruit, but use fruit juice with caution (or avoid it altogether).

JAUNDICE CAUSES

Jaundice may be caused by several different disease processes. It is helpful to understand the different causes of jaundice by identifying the problems that disrupt the normal bilirubin metabolism and/or excretion.

• supportive care,
• IV fluids in cases of dehydration,
• medications for nausea/vomiting and pain,
• antibiotics,
• antiviral medications,
• blood transfusions,
• steroids,
• chemotherapy/radiation therapy, and
• phototherapy 

1. Protect yourself from the sun

• Use sunscreen. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15. Apply sunscreen generously, and reapply every two hours — or more often if you're swimming or perspiring.
• Seek shade. Avoid the sun between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., when the sun's rays are strongest.
• Wear protective clothing. Cover your skin with tightly woven long-sleeved shirts, long pants and wide-brimmed hats. Also consider laundry additives, which give clothing an additional layer of ultraviolet protection for a certain number of washings, or special sun-protective clothing — which is specifically designed to block ultraviolet rays.

2. Don't smoke

3. Treat your skin gently

• Limit bath time. Hot water and long showers or baths remove oils from your skin. Limit your bath or shower time, and use warm — rather than hot — water.
• Avoid strong soaps. Strong soaps and detergents can strip oil from your skin. Instead, choose mild cleansers.
• Shave carefully. To protect and lubricate your skin, apply shaving cream, lotion or gel before shaving. For the closest shave, use a clean, sharp razor. Shave in the direction the hair grows, not against it.
• Pat dry. After washing or bathing, gently pat or blot your skin dry with a towel so that some moisture remains on your skin.
• Moisturize dry skin. If your skin is dry, use a moisturizer that fits your skin type. For daily use, consider a moisturizer that contains SPF.

4. Eat a healthy diet

5. Manage stress