April 2023 — Practical tips on skin, parasites, sleep and kids' topical care

In April 2023 Medzino posted short, hands-on articles to help you protect skin on the go, spot and prevent skin parasites, manage sleep changes on atenolol, and use betamethasone safely for children. No jargon, just the steps you can try right away.

Flying makes skin look older fast because cabin air is dry and pressure changes speed moisture loss. Simple fixes work: drink water before and during the flight, skip alcohol and salty snacks, and use a heavier moisturizer or a hyaluronic acid serum. Pack a travel-size occlusive like petroleum jelly to seal in hydration before sleep, and bring cleansing wipes so you remove makeup that blocks your moisturizer. If you have a long flight, set a phone reminder to reapply cream every few hours and consider a sheet mask for extra hydration.

Some insects and larvae can burrow into skin or lay eggs. Posts covered the human botfly, Tumbu fly larvae, and ticks carrying parasites. The practical stuff: use DEET or picaridin repellent, wear long sleeves and pants in infested areas, treat clothing with permethrin if you travel to high-risk regions, and check your body daily after outdoor exposure. If you notice moving bumps, a small opening with discharge, or intense localized itching that worsens, see a clinician—these signs can mean a parasitic infestation that often needs professional removal and meds.

Atenolol and other beta blockers help blood pressure but sometimes change sleep patterns. If your sleep worsened after starting atenolol, track timing and symptoms for a week: when you take it, when you go to bed, how many times you wake up. Try basic sleep hygiene first—no caffeine after mid-afternoon, dim lights an hour before bed, and keep bedroom cool and dark. If problems persist, speak with your prescriber about shifting the dose time or trying an alternative medication. Never stop or alter heart meds on your own.

Betamethasone works fast for inflamed rashes in kids, but it’s strong and needs care. Use the lowest effective potency, apply a thin layer for the shortest time needed, and avoid face, groin, and armpits unless a pediatrician approves. Watch for skin thinning, color changes, or more frequent infections in treated areas. If a rash improves, ask the doctor how to taper off rather than stopping abruptly to avoid rebound flare.

Quick action checklist

For travel: hydrate, heavier moisturizer, occlusive at night, reapply often. For parasites: repellents, treated clothing, body checks, and early medical review for moving lesions. For atenolol: track sleep, try sleep hygiene, consult prescriber before changing meds. For betamethasone: lowest potency, short course, avoid thin-skin areas, follow pediatrician instructions.

When to call a professional

See a doctor if you find moving things under the skin, a rash that gets worse despite treatment, new or severe sleep disruption after a med change, or signs of steroid side effects like skin thinning or infection. A quick consult can prevent bigger problems and get targeted treatment faster.