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Take a clean washcloth, and dampen it with cool water. Wring out the excess water. Drape it over your eyes and press down gently. Hold this position for a few minutes. This can prevent or reduce eye bags that might appear in the morning. Eye bags can form if you treat your eyes too roughly. Avoid rubbing, tugging, or pulling the skin around your eyes. Instead, use your ring finger to gently pat in creams and moisturizers. If you leave makeup on while you sleep, it can cause the area to swell. To remove makeup safely, apply eye makeup remover to a cotton pad or ball. Press it gently against your eyes for a minute to dissolve the makeup. Sweep up the eyelashes with the pad to remove mascara. When you are done, rinse the area with water and wash your face with your normal cleanser. This will ensure that all of the makeup is gone. Creams will moisturize the skin around your eyes to prevent wrinkles and bags. Some may be able to thicken the skin to reduce dark circles as well. Use the cream twice a day: once when you wake up and once before you go to bed. To apply the cream, use a finger to dot it into the ridge at the top of your cheekbone.  Creams with retinoids can thicken the skin around your eyes. This can reduce darkness under the eyes and prevent eye bags from forming. Creams with vitamin C, kojic acid, caffeine, and licorice extract may be able to reduce darkness and soothe irritation around the eyes, helping you avoid puffiness. If a cream causes your eyes to water, itch, or turn red, wash it off immediately. Do not use the cream again. The sun can damage the area around your eyes. To stop this damage, wear sunscreen underneath your eyes every day. Apply sunscreen 15 minutes before you go out. Carefully tap the sunscreen around your eyes using your ring finger. Avoid getting it in your eye.  Some eye creams will contain SPF protection. Look for one with an SPF of at least 15. Wearing large sunglasses with UV protection can also help protect your eyes from sun damage. Wear large brimmed hats when you go out in the sun to help protect your eyes.

summary: Apply a cool compress when you wake up. Use light pressure when touching your eyes. Remove your makeup before you go to bed. Apply a daily eye cream to your eyes. Wear a non-irritating sunscreen under your eyes.


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In some cases, an increase in vitamin E may minimize or hide the severity of the symptoms of Wobbly Hedgehog Syndrome. However, vitamin E will not slow down the disease. Strive to feed your hedgehog a diet rich in vitamin E, but keep in mind that this is only a temporary measure to help your hedgehog.  Provide vitamin E rich foods, such as sunflower seeds, almonds, pine nuts, kiwi, and mangoes.  Talk to your vet about introducing a vitamin E supplement into your hedgehog's diet. Some vets may recommend a supplement to slow the symptoms of Wobbly Hedgehog Syndrome. A warm atmosphere will keep your hedgehog comfortable as symptoms progress. Keep your hedgehog in a warm area of your home, free from drafts and cold air. Provide extra bedding and blankets so your hedgehog can stay warm. Wobbly Hedgehog Syndrome can make it difficult to access food and water. Keep food and water in easy-to-reach places in your hedgehog's cage. If your hedgehog tends to sleep in a particular area of the cage, keep its food and water there so it can eat and drink without moving too much. Hedgehogs with Wobbly Hedgehog Syndrome have a reduced ability to groom themselves. They also get messy easier due to tremors. Clean your hedgehog more frequently to help it stay comfortable.  Wash your hedgehog in a sink or tub filled with two to four inches of warm water. Rub a dime-sized dollop of baby shampoo over your hedgehog's back, belly, and feet and then rinse your hedgehog with clean water.  When you're done bathing your hedgehog, gently pat it dry with a clean, dry towel. If your hedgehog has trouble getting up or is constantly laying down, then he may get bedsores. These will require treatment. You may also be able to minimize sores and rashes by keeping your hedgehog clean and dry.

summary: Up your hedgehog's vitamin E intake. Keep your hedgehog warm. Make sure food and water are within reach. Clean your hedgehog more frequently.


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Continue self-care as long as your abscess is healing and doesn’t show signs that the infection is getting worse. Look for the following signs the abscess and infection are getting worse and seek immediate medical attention:  Your skin is getting more red or more painful. There are red streaks running from the abscess and surrounding area towards your heart. The abscess and surrounding skin feels very warm or hot to the touch. Significant pus or other fluid is running from the abscess. You have a fever higher than 101.5 °F (38.6 °C).  You have chills, nausea, vomiting, headache or muscle aches. In some cases, you may need medical attention, such as if you are over the age of 65. Let your doctor know how you’ve treated the abscess at home and any other information that may help them treat it. See your doctor for medical treatment if:  The abscess is on your spine or in the middle of your face, near your eyes or nose. The abscess does not drain on its own.  The abscess gets bigger or is very large or painful. You have diabetes or another chronic health problem such as kidney or liver disease. Let your doctor lance and drain your abscess with a scalpel or small needle if necessary. Opening and draining the abscess can remove infectious pus or liquid and relieve pressure. Keep any coverings your doctor places over the lanced abscess clean and dry.  Don't try to drain your abscess at home or you could cause the infection to spread.  Ask your doctor for a local anesthetic if you have a lot of pain.  Your doctor may pack the drained abscess with an antiseptic dressing to absorb extra pus and prevent further infection.  Your doctor may also take a sample of the drained fluid and test for antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Get a prescription from your doctor for an antibiotic if the abscess infection is especially severe. Follow dosage instructions your doctor gives and make sure to take the entire course of antibiotics. Taking and finishing an antibiotic can get rid of the infection and may minimize the risk of another abscess or reinfection. If you have a good immune system and your abscess is small or located near the surface of your skin, you most likely won't need antibiotics.
summary: Watch for signs of further infection. Schedule an appointment with your doctor. Have the abscess drained. Take a course of topical or oral antibiotics.