You may have skin that is discolored from time to time, and you may not think twice about it other than it is strange. But if the discoloration or the feelings of it are not typical, then your skin is telling you that underlying health issues are going on. Let’s find out which of the 12 messages that your skin is trying to tell you and why.
#12 – Blue Gums Or Shins
If your gums are blue or if your shins are as well, this means you are having a reaction to a medication, and you may want to stop taking it.
#11 – Puffiness Around The Eyes
If you have a lot of puffiness around the eyes and eye bags, then this is a sign that you are retaining a lot of water. This is due to a diet that is high in sodium. Therefore, you will want to cut your sodium intake down. Additionally, this can also be a sign of chronic allergies as your blood vessels are dilated, which gives it that dark color under the eyes.
#10 – Blue-Grey Skin
If your skin is a blue-grey color, then this is a sign that you have ingested lead, and you will want to go to the hospital if it is quite noticeable. Lead ingestion can cause damage to the nervous system.
#9 – Thick Grey-Brown Patches
If you have velvety thick grey-brown patches on the skin, especially in the neck area, then that is a sign of diabetes. It can also be in the groin or armpit area as well. If you are showing signs of diabetes, then you will want to go to the doctor to get it under control. With diet and exercise, you will be able to manage your blood sugar levels.
#8 – Grey Skin
If your skin is completely grey, then you have serious respiratory issues such as COPD or even pneumonia. You will likely have other symptoms as well, such as a cough and shortness of breath. This is a result of oxygen being restricted and you will need to get treated as soon as possible. Another reason for grey skin is peritonitis, which is inflammation in the abdomen caused by bacteria or fungi. It is also painful.
#7 – Dry Skin And Dry Nails
If your skin and nails are dry, then this is a sign that you could have an underactive thyroid. Perhaps it may also be a result of a lack of Vitamin A in your diet as well, and zinc and Omega-3 fatty acids. Either way, you need to see the doctor if you have dry skin and nails.
#6 – Very Sensitive To The Sun
If your skin has extreme sun sensitivity, then it can be a sign of lupus, which is an autoimmune disease that can cause the immune system to attack different parts of the body, which includes in the skin.
#5 – Rash That Is Itchy And Blistering
If you have a rash that is itchy and blistering that is anywhere on your body, then this could be a sign of celiac disease which is a digestive illness. This is when your body is unable to handle gluten. These rashes usually appear on the knees, scalp, back, buttocks, and elbows but can be anywhere.
#4 – Orange Skin
Do you look like a carrot? Then you are eating too many carrots or other vegetables that are rich in carotene. That is what causes your skin to turn orange.
#3 – Skin That Is Bronze
If you have bronze skin, then this is a sign that you have a disorder that is hereditary called hemochromatosis and it hs a negative effect on the liver.
#2 – Cracked Lips
If your lips are consistently cracked, then it is likely from not having enough of the B-vitamins in your system, riboflavin, and niacin. You can get supplements if you must but they are in foods such as tuna, chickpeas, and spinach.
#1 – Women Having Excess Facial Hair
Women with beards have a condition called a polycystic ovarian syndrome, which is a hormonal condition that causes too much testosterone. Women who have this struggle with acne, obesity, and infertility as well.
The next time you notice something unusual about your skin, then you must have it examined because it is an underlying health issue that you have – or you are not consuming enough or you are consuming too much of something.
