Pale skin: symptoms and causes of pale skin
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In medicine, pale skin, pale skin color or paleness (pallor) refers to a physical complaint where your skin is paler than normal. It should be noted that the concept of pallor in medicine should be distinguished from light skin type. In the case of palor, the pallor is therefore always a symptom that indicates a possible underlying disease. It is a very common disease phenomenon, especially in anemia and infectious diseases. Skin color changes are most evident on the face and palms. Pale skin can develop suddenly or gradually, depending on the cause. Consult your doctor if pale skin is associated with general paleness (pale lips, tongue, palms, mouth and other mucosal areas).
What is meant by pale skin?
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We speak of a pale skin when the skin and especially the facial skin is characterized by a remarkably light color (a pale face)
Causes of pale skin
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Overview
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11 minMain dishpeanut oil, tofu stir-fry cubes finely seasoned, stir fry sauce sweet and sour, thick noodles, carrot julienne, beetroot julienne, yellow bell pepper, watercress,rainbow salad with tofu -
45 minMain dishRed cabbage, mild olive oil, quinoa plus, forest outing, lemon, sesame oil, soy sauce less salt, Bio Today tahini white in pot, tap water,grilled red cabbage with quinoa salad -
30 minDessertBrie, Roquefort, port salut, gruyere, Camembert, walnut, garlic, thyme, honey, grape, baguette, Red onion, red grape, raisins, Red wine, Red wine vinegar, Brown sugar,generous cheese plate with onion marmalade -
30 minDessertFull Milk, whipped cream, macaroon, custard powder, vanilla sugar, sugar, protein, amaretto, almond liqueur, basic recipe cooking pears,macaroon pastry with casserole
Get medical assistance
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Do not consult a doctor
Examination and diagnosis
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Interview and physical examination
Self-care for a pale complexion
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If pale skin or complexion is not the result of a serious illness, self-care measures can help. Experience has shown that pale skin can be the result of iron deficiency. This can be remedied by consuming enough iron. Iron supplements are rarely needed because many foods contain iron. Iron is found in animal products (heme iron) and vegetable products (non-heme iron). Iron from animal products is more easily absorbed by the body than iron from plant products. Heme iron is found in meat (products), fish and eggs. Non-heme iron is mainly found in legumes such as lentils and beans, green vegetables such as spinach and endive, dried fruits, nuts
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5 minDrink without alcoholbananas, cool fresh apple-pear raspberry juice, Soy drink vanilla,soy fruit shake -
20 minMain dishsauerkraut, sticking potato, liquid baking product, half-to-half minced, Spice meatballs, pineapple, olive oil, liquid baking product,gratin sauerkraut dish with minced meat -
40 minMain dishlemongrass, fresh ginger, Red peppers, onions, tomato cubes, fresh cod fillet, coriander, oil, ground turmeric (koenjit), coconut milk, salt,fish in creamy coconut sauce -
15 minSide dishsweet potato, soft goat cheese, egg, spring / forest onion,stuffed sweet potato with egg
Forecast
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Pale skin may be normal for one person, while for another it may be a symptom of a disease. If pale skin occurs in healthy people, it has no disease value and nothing can be said about it in a prognostic sense. With fair skin, sun protection is important, otherwise sunburn can occur and skin cancer later
Prevention
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Pale skin can be prevented with various measures. First of all, it is important to pay attention to a healthy and varied diet. Sufficient sleep also plays an important role. In addition, tobacco, alcohol and drugs should be avoided. It is also important to exercise or otherwise exercise regularly. Usually it is enough to go jogging or swimming. The movement and oxygen-rich air have a positive effect.
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Pale skin can be prevented with various measures. First of all, it is important to pay attention to a healthy and varied diet. Sufficient sleep also plays an important role. In addition, tobacco, alcohol and drugs should be avoided. It is also important to exercise or otherwise exercise regularly. Usually it is enough to go for a jog or swim. The movement and oxygen-rich air have a positive effect.