11 facial abnormalities that warn you of illness
Hair appearing on your face can be a sign of polycystic ovary syndrome, eyebrow loss is a warning sign of hypothyroidism..., according to Brightside.
Dark circles and eye bags can appear due to lack of sleep, smoking, hormonal changes, allergies or abuse of alcohol, coffee and salty foods...
Red noses are caused by changes in temperature, allergies, emotional stress, or a runny nose. However, if your nose is always red, pay attention to the condition of your blood vessels, review your lifestyle, and see a doctor for a specific diagnosis.
Yellowing of the skin and eyes is a sign of liver disease. In adults, jaundice can be associated with serious problems including alcohol abuse and diseases of the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas.
Moles or birthmarks that are irregular in shape and appear normally are nothing to worry about. However, if you notice that the outer edge of the mole is cracked or uneven in color, the diameter is larger than a pea, and has changed over the past few weeks... then you need to reconsider because it could be a sign of cancer.
A butterfly rash is a sign that you have lupus. Other symptoms of lupus include fever, joint pain, and fingers that turn blue in cold weather.
Peeling skin around the mouth and nose can be caused by a deficiency of essential vitamins such as A, C, E, or B. Peeling skin is often accompanied by fatigue, poor concentration or attention, hair loss, and weak nails. You may need to review your diet and add the appropriate foods.
Cold sores around the lips and mouth can be caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1. When your immune system is weakened by stress, illness, or fatigue, the virus in your body has a chance to flare up.
Chapped lips are often caused by cold weather in winter. But, these cracks can also be a sign of allergies or reactions to medications.
Excessive facial hair occurs in young women because their ovaries are not working properly. This is called polycystic ovary syndrome and can make it difficult to get pregnant.
Melasma is a type of hyperpigmentation. It is more common in women and develops more quickly in people with darker skin. Frequent sun exposure also stimulates the development of pigmentation.
Thinning eyebrows or eyelashes warn of problems with the thyroid gland, such as hypothyroidism - a common disease in people over 50.
