Even though skin is exposed to the harsh environment, it is
very sensitive and fragile Three important things to take care of
skin: 1. keep it clean 2. keep it moist 3. keep it protected
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Common Skin Problems Acne- pores of the skin become clogged
with oil Wash twice daily Use moisturizers sparingly Eat balanced
diet Dont squeeze and pick at acne, will make it worse Avoid
touching your face, it leaves oil Dont rub areas inflamed areas
with washcloth/towel Warts growth on the skin caused by a virus
Eczema itchy, scaly, inflamed skin Psoriasis over production of
skin cells, result in large red scaly patches of skin
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Your hair is made up of dead cells! Hair resides in small
pockets called follicles, when hair cells die, they are forced out
of the follicle and new hair cells form to take their place Common
Problems: Dandruff flaking of the outer layer of dead skin cells
Head lice insects that live in your hair
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Common Eye Problems Farsightedness can se far, but not close
Nearsightedness- can see near, but not far Astigmatism distorted
vision Pinkeye an infection causing inflamation
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Taking Care of Your Ears Protect ears from the weather Avoid
loud noises Use earplugs when around loud devices Keep small/sharp
objects away from ears Have regular hearing exams Ear Problems
Infections- inflammation of ear canal Earaches pain in the
ear/throat Motion sickness feeling of dizziness/nausea, caused by
ear moving around, confusing the brain
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As an adult you will have 32 teeth, and that is it! Problems:
Gingivitis gum disease caused by build up of plaque and tartar
Plaque grainy, sticky coating that forms on your teeth Brush
regularly to limit, and have teeth cleaned to remove build ups
Cavity- tooth decay that leaves hole through tooth
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Care Brush/floss regularly (2x per day) Avoid sugary foods
Replace tooth brush after illness, or when worn Receive regular
check-ups
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Common Problems Blister- caused by rubbing against foot, a
water- filled pouch forms at contact spot Corn overgrowth of skin
on toe Callus hard thick part of skin on foot Bunion bump on the
inside of the foot near the big toe Most of these are caused by
poor fitting shoes Athletes foot fungus growing in warm/moist
places of foot, very contagious In-grown nails nails cut into the
skin