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Bulimia (Eating Disorder)A–Z Health · Mental Wellness
Recommended Care

Professional Therapy (Ilaj)

Preparation & Use

Seek help from a psychologist. Eat regular small meals to prevent bingeing.

Safety & Precautions

CAUTION: Can damage heart and teeth. Needs medical support.

When to See Doctor

Frequent vomiting, fainting, or fear of weight gain affecting life.

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Bunion (Big Toe Lump)A–Z Health · Musculoskeletal Health
Recommended Care

Wide-Toe Shoes & Ice (Khuli Pairti aur Barf)

Preparation & Use

Wear shoes with wide toe box. Apply ice pack for 10 mins to reduce swelling. Avoid high heels.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE conservative care. CAUTION: Do not try to push the bone back manually.

When to See Doctor

Severe pain, difficulty walking, or redness/warmth indicating infection.

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BunionsA–Z Health · Musculoskeletal Health
Recommended Care

Padding & Wide Shoes

Preparation & Use

Use soft padding around the bump. Wear shoes with wide toe area. Soak feet in warm water.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE conservative care.

When to See Doctor

Severe pain, difficulty finding shoes, or joint stiffness.

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Burn (Chemical)First Aid & Emergency · FA/EUrgent information
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First Aid Approach

Flush with Water & Remove Clothing

Preparation & Use

Immediately flush (wash continuously with a large amount of water) the area with cool, running water for at least 20 minutes. Carefully remove any clothing or jewelry that has the chemical on it. Do not apply ointments.

Safety & Precautions

EMERGENCY: Chemical burns can continue to damage tissue.

When to Seek Medical Help

IMMEDIATELY: After flushing, go to the hospital, especially if the burn is on the face, eyes, or is large.

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Burn (Electrical)First Aid & Emergency · FA/EUrgent information
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First Aid Approach

Cut Power & Check Breathing

Preparation & Use

Do not touch the person until the power is turned off. Once safe, check if they are breathing. If not, start CPR (chest compressions and breaths to restart the heart). Cover the burn loosely with a clean, non-stick cloth.

Safety & Precautions

EMERGENCY: Electrical burns can cause hidden internal damage and cardiac arrest (when the heart suddenly stops beating).

When to Seek Medical Help

IMMEDIATELY: All electrical burns require a hospital checkup, even if the skin looks fine.

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Burn (Mild Sunburn)First Aid & Emergency · First Aid
First Aid Approach

Cool Compress & Moisturize

Preparation & Use

Get out of the sun immediately. Apply cool, wet compresses to the affected area. Drink extra water to prevent dehydration (a dangerous lack of fluids). Apply pure aloe vera gel or a gentle moisturizer.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE home care.

When to Seek Medical Help

If the sunburn covers a large area, is accompanied by fever, or if large blisters develop.

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Burn (Thermal / Heat)First Aid & Emergency · First Aid
First Aid Approach

Cool Water & Loose Cover

Preparation & Use

Hold the burned area under cool (not ice-cold) running water for 10–15 minutes. Remove tight jewelry or clothing near the burn before it swells. Cover loosely with a clean, dry cloth.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE first aid. CAUTION: Do not apply ice, toothpaste, or butter.

When to Seek Medical Help

If the burn is larger than your palm, is on the face/hands/joints, or forms large blisters.

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Burning ChestCommon Symptoms · Digestive
Recommended Care

Antacid & Upright Posture

Preparation & Use

Take an antacid. Sit upright. Avoid lying down for 2 hours after eating.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE temporary relief. CAUTION: If with exertion, could be heart.

When to See Doctor

If burning is frequent, or accompanied by shortness of breath.

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Burning FeetA–Z Health · Neurological / General
Recommended Care

Cool Water Soak (Thande Paani Mein Pair)

Preparation & Use

Soak feet in cool water for 15 mins. Dry thoroughly. Elevate feet while resting.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE temporary relief. CAUTION: If diabetic, check feet for cuts daily.

When to See Doctor

Persistent burning, numbness, weakness, or if you have diabetes.

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Burning FeetCommon Symptoms · Neurological
Recommended Care

Cool Water Soak & Leg Elevation

Preparation & Use

Fill a bucket with cool (not ice-cold) water and soak your feet for 15 minutes. Afterward, lie down and put two pillows under your feet to raise them above your heart level.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE relief. CAUTION: Do not use ice directly on the skin as it can cause damage.

When to See Doctor

If the burning feeling keeps you awake at night, or if you have been diagnosed with diabetes.

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Burning Sensation in ChestCommon Symptoms · Digestive
Recommended Care

Antacid & Upright Posture

Preparation & Use

Take an antacid. Sit upright. Avoid lying down for 2-3 hours after eating.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE temporary relief. CAUTION: If with exertion, could be heart.

When to See Doctor

If burning is frequent, severe, or radiates to arm/jaw.

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Burning Sensation in StomachCommon Symptoms · Digestive
Recommended Care

Cold Milk & Antacid

Preparation & Use

Sip half a glass of cold milk. Take an over-the-counter antacid. Avoid spicy, oily, or acidic foods.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE temporary relief.

When to See Doctor

If burning is constant, wakes you up at night, or is accompanied by black stools.

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Burning UrinationCommon Symptoms · Urinary
Recommended Care

Hydration & Cranberry Juice

Preparation & Use

Drink plenty of water to flush out bacteria. Drink unsweetened cranberry juice if available. Avoid spicy food.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE support. CAUTION: Usually requires antibiotics to cure completely.

When to See Doctor

If burning persists, or if you see blood in your urine.

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Burning Urination with Back PainCommon Symptoms · UrinaryUrgent information
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Recommended Care

Hydration & Medical Test

Preparation & Use

Drink plenty of water. See doctor for urine test and ultrasound. Take antibiotics if prescribed.

Safety & Precautions

CAUTION: Could be serious kidney infection.

When to See Doctor

IMMEDIATELY: If you have fever along with these symptoms.

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Burning Urination with FrequencyCommon Symptoms · Urinary
Recommended Care

Hydration & Antibiotics

Preparation & Use

Drink plenty of water. See doctor for urine test. Take full course of antibiotics if prescribed.

Safety & Precautions

CAUTION: Needs medical treatment to cure.

When to See Doctor

If symptoms persist, or if you see blood in urine.

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Burnout (Mental)A–Z Health · Mental Wellness
Recommended Care

Digital Detox & Rest

Preparation & Use

Take a break from work/screens for 24 hours. Sleep 8 hours. Do something you enjoy.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE lifestyle change. CAUTION: If depression symptoms appear, seek help.

When to See Doctor

Inability to function, chronic insomnia, or hopelessness.

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Burns (Minor)A–Z Health · First Aid
Recommended Care

Cool Running Water (Thanda Paani Bahana)

Preparation & Use

Hold burned area under cool running tap water for 10-15 mins. Do not use ice. Cover with sterile gauze.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE for minor burns. CAUTION: Do not apply butter, oil, or toothpaste. Seek help for major burns.

When to See Doctor

Burn larger than palm, on face/hands/genitals, white/charred skin, or severe pain.

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Burping a BabyWellness, Mother & Child · WMC
Care Approach

Gentle Back Patting

Guidance & Use

Hold the baby upright against your chest or sitting on your lap, supporting their chin. Gently pat or rub their back in an upward motion to help release trapped air from the stomach.

Safety & Precautions

SAFE wellness practice. Helps prevent spitting up and colic (frequent

When to Seek Medical Advice

prolonged crying in an otherwise healthy infant).,If the baby frequently vomits forcefully (not just spits up) or seems in pain after feeding.

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