What are the carotid arteries? The carotid arteries are the blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood to the head, brain and face. They are located on each side of the neck. You can easily feel them by placing your fingers gently either side of your windpipe.
Apple cider vinegar has antiseptic, anti-itching, antifungal and antibacterial properties that help get rid of itching. 1  Add two to three cups of apple cider vinegar to lukewarm bath water. 2  To treat more localized itching, apply apple cider vinegar on the affected areas using a cotton ball.
A fellow caregiver asked... What will help relieve itchy skin in elderly mother? My mother (age 84) has terribly itchy skin, over many parts of her body (legs, back, waist, etc.), during all seasons. We share dry skin, so I'm sure that's part of it, and she uses lotion, but nothing seems to help. What can we do to get her some relief?