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Obesity Can Scar Fat Tissue, Making Weight Loss Harder!

Research led by the University of Exeter in the United Kingdom found that levels of an enzyme called lysyl oxidase increase in adipose tissues as an individual’s body mass index increased, indicating the cells were being scarred as they expanded.

Keloids, Atrophic Scars and Stretch Marks - a Health Guide

The scar tissue won't have hair follicles or sweat glands, and it will usually start itching at some point. In this article, we'll cover external scars only: the different kinds and different treatments to each type, as well as why they all itch.

Remove Scars Naturally with These 6 Scar-Healing Remedies

One of the benefits is that the omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants in both the shea butter and the coconut oil have been shown to inhibit keloid scar tissue and repair the skin.

The 6 Best Treatments to Hide a Hypertrophic Scar

Both scars have high amounts of collagen in comparison to the average scar tissue. In contrast, hypertrophic scars can heal by themselves within 12 to 18 months, unlike keloid scars, although the scar does not disappear completely. What Are Hypertrophic Scar Treatment Options?

These Retorts are So Good, They'll Leave Scars!

There's an art to playful banter that can light up any gathering. We have all been there - hanging out with friends or family when the perfect opportunity to offer a playful roast or a witty retort..

Do You Suffer From Heel Pain? This Doctor Has the Best Tips

This stabbing sensation is a result of the plantar fascia - the thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of the foot, which connects the heel bone to the toe, becoming inflamed. Healing Plantar Fasciitis Once you have been diagnosed with plantar fasciitis , Dr.

This Tiny Device Could Be the Future of Cancer Detection!

However, an Australian team of scientists has now created a microbiopsy device that's completely painless, much less invasive, and which doesn't leave any scars. Keep reading to find out all about it!

If You Have These Symptoms, Your Liver is Unhealthy!

Leg and Ankle Swelling If you ignore your liver's cry for help, your poor liver will try to repair itself at the cost of forming scar tissue. The more scar tissue on your liver, the harder it is for the liver to function, which can lead to portal hypertension.

Should You Get That Pesky Skin Mole Removed? If So, How?

Not only is surgical removal the safest way to get rid of a pesky mole for good (when done professionally), but it’s also the best way to preserve some of the tissue to test it for cancer.

Ever Wondered What Collagen is? Well Wonder No More!

Collagen is secreted by various cells, but mostly by connective tissue cells. It’s found in the extracellular matrix, which is an intricate network of macromolecules that determines the physical properties of body tissues. A macromolecule is a molecule that contains a large number of atoms.

Got Stretch Marks? Here's What You Can Do About Them

White and purple scars, known as stretch marks, affect almost 90% of women after pregnancy. They can also occur in men and teenagers. They are often considered to be a problem and many want to get rid of them.

Could Paralyzed People Be a Step Closer to Walking Again?

The downside to this method is that it is only effective for up to a year as the brain then begins to treat it like a foreign object, growing scar tissue over it. Clearly, the device's small size may be its biggest advantage. So far though, the bionic spine has only been tested on sheep.

Can You Believe It? This Gun Actually Saves People's Lives

This process is not only painful, but many victims end up with permanent and unsightly scars. However, all of this may be about to change as RenovaCare 's SkinGun has been shown to be able to regrow a new layer of skin in just four days. How exactly does the SkinGun work?

99% of People Have These Body Oddities! Do You?

Do you also have a scar on your index finger? This was first mentioned by journalist Oleg Kashin in a tweet, in which he suggested that this scar was only found on men's fingers. However, it soon became clear that women also have scars on their index fingers.