Question 1

what is the definition or description of: bathing?

Accepted Answer

Soaking in fluid: Anything dropped in a fluid filled compartment is said to be bathing.  The most common is the human body in a tub, but you can bathe your arm or leg at certain times (and your pets).  Food soaked in savory fluid is also said to be bathing (such as bathing rama in a thai restaurant).

Question 2

i do experience my body eching after i have finished bathing

Accepted Answer

A couple of things: 1. Insure that you are using a soap that is not too drying. 2. Insure that water temp is not too hot. 3. Consider applying lotion. Take care.

Question 3

after bathing or showering my body begins to itch me ..why is that so and how do i stop that??

Accepted Answer

Allergy ?: You may have an allergy to the soap or body wash you are using since your whole body appears to be affected and it only happens when you take a shower or bath. Try a different product and try to compare the ingredients between the two.

Question 4

i know someone who refrains from bathing. this person has not showered in months and or years. what health effects can this have?

Accepted Answer

Very odd: In this day and age. In the 16th century bathing occurred about every 6 months. Head lice was a common affliction and there is some evidence that poor hygiene may result in infections more commonly. I wonder whether he has any friends!

Question 5

which soap is good for bathing?

Accepted Answer

Which soap?: Usually a fragrance-free soap made for sensitive skin, like dove for sensitive skin, aveeno (oatmeal) soap or cetaphil bar do well for any type skin, particularly for dry skin that is easily irritated. Also avoid using washcloths or sponges.

Question 6

is sun bathing good when you have a cold?

Accepted Answer

Sunbathing w cold: Sun bathing is not good at any time.  However, if you burn, you are likely to feel even worse than you did with the upper respiratory symptoms alone.

Question 7

why do my body itche me right after bathing?

Accepted Answer

Poss. dry skin: Suggest you try mild soaps like Dove unscented and even oatmeal baths { Aveeno }. Would see dermatologist if continues or worsens for some testing.

Question 8

can you get herpes by using someone bathing suit?

Accepted Answer

No risk, no worry: Herpes is not transmitted by shared clothing, towels, toilets, etc. You can find claims about catching it this way, but these are old wives' tales left over from decades ago, before the truth was known about sexual transmission and about the fact that a person can have the first known outbreak many years after being infected sexually.

Question 9

is bathing safe for twelve to fifteen month old babies?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Baby may enjoy bath time now, splashing, cooing, and playing. Never leave your baby alone in the tub for even a minute. Genital care is often overlooked. Girls need the folds opened to clean away any buildup of creams or debris. Circumcised boys need the foreskin drawn back to expose similar buildups of body secretions or debris that can be gently washed away.

Question 10

do doctors do bedside care such as bathing and stuff? or is that the nurses role?

Accepted Answer

If you need home: health care you doc can prescribe visiting nurses and home health aids to visit and help you.  Peace and good health.  They have both male &amp; female helpers, females being in greater number.

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I do experience my body eching after i have finished bathing

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After bathing or showering my body begins to itch me ..why is that so and how do i stop that??

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I know someone who refrains from bathing. this person has not showered in months and or years. what health effects can this have?

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Which soap is good for bathing?

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Is sun bathing good when you have a cold?

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Why do my body itche me right after bathing?

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Can you get herpes by using someone bathing suit?

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Do doctors do bedside care such as bathing and stuff? or is that the nurses role?

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