Eczema care: why moisturising continues between flare-ups
Atopic eczema alternates between calmer periods and flare-ups and is not contagious
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Atopic eczema alternates between calmer periods and flare-ups and is not contagious
Sunburn damages skin and may cause heat and pain without obvious redness on darker skin
Dizziness, sweating and thirst after heat exposure can indicate heat exhaustion
Food-poisoning symptoms can begin hours or days after contaminated food, sometimes later
Antibiotics target some bacterial infections; they do not treat cold or flu viruses
A vaccination record helps identify previous doses and upcoming appointments
Tooth decay may initially cause no symptoms before pain, sensitivity or a cavity develops
Bleeding or swollen gums deserve a dental assessment rather than abandoning cleaning
Grittiness and itching can accompany dry eyes, and excessive watering does not rule them out
A blocked nose, facial pain and reduced smell can follow a cold
Sneezing, itchy eyes and a runny nose can reflect pollen allergy
Asthma can cause variable coughing, wheezing and breathlessness, sometimes worse at night or with triggers