Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNail PittingBeau’s LinesSpoon NailsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderSummary Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Nail Pitting Beau’s Lines Spoon Nails When to See a Healthcare Provider Summary Denting in the fingernails refers to lines,ridges, or holes in thefingernails or toenails. These dents in the nails can be shallow or deep and found on various parts of the nail in different directions. There are many causes of nail denting including dermatologic conditions andautoimmune diseasesthat cause skin cell overgrowth and buildup....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes When to See a Healthcare Provider Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Distal clavicle osteolysis is shoulder jointpain at the end of the collarbonethat is the result of bone disintegration and damage. The most common symptom is a sharp or aching pain at the junction of theacromioclavicular joint (AC joint)and collarbone. While the pain is usually felt during activity, there may also be a persistent tenderness around the joint during non-activity....

Do you sometimes experience dizziness and wonder what might be causing it? If you’re menstruating, the reason you feel dizzy may be related to yourperiod. Dizziness is a sensation that often makes people feel off balance. It may feel like the room is spinning. You may notice this symptom more intensely when getting up quickly from sitting or lying down. Also, you may lose your balance. This article explains why periods can bring on dizziness, what other conditions can cause the symptom, and when to see your healthcare provider....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEmergency CausesNon-Emergency CausesRisk Factors and TriggersTreatmentWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Emergency Causes Non-Emergency Causes Risk Factors and Triggers Treatment When to See a Provider Dizziness is a common and bothersome symptom of many different medical conditions. It is usually not a cause for serious concern. Dizziness when lying down may have triggers different from other types of dizziness....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPsoriasisEczemaContact DermatitisSeborrheic DermatitisOther CausesDiagnosisPreventionWhen to Get Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Psoriasis Eczema Contact Dermatitis Seborrheic Dermatitis Other Causes Diagnosis Prevention When to Get Help Psoriasisis a long-term inflammatory skin condition that causes dry patches. These appear as discolored, thickened, silver, or gray plaques that are hard to get rid of. You can have psoriasis anywhere, but about 50% of people with psoriasis have it on their face....

Ulnar tendon pain can have a number of causes, including ECUtendonitisand ECU tendon subluxation. ECU stands for theextensor carpi ulnaristendon, one of the major wrist tendons, located on the ulnar side of the wrist, which is the same side as the small finger. The ECU tendon starts on the back of the forearm and crosses the wrist joint directly on the side. This article discusses the causes, symptoms, and treatment of ECU tendon problems....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderDiagnosisTreatmentFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes When to See a Healthcare Provider Diagnosis Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Elbow pain can range from the burning that comes with an inflamed tendon to the sharp pain of an elbow fracture. It can come and go. Or it can get steadily worse as you move your arm....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsComplicationsCausesSDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Complications CausesS Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Epidemic keratoconjunctivitis (EKC), also known asadenoviral keratoconjunctivitisorkeratoconjunctivitis epidemica, is a highly contagious eye infection that affects both the cornea (the clear front surface of the eye) and theconjunctiva(the white of the eye). As the name suggests, the disease occurs in clusters in places like schools, camps, and nursing homes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesWhen to Seek CareDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes When to Seek Care Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Treatment for eustachian tube pain depends on the underlying cause. In most cases, eustachian tube pain is not cause for serious concern. But if the pain is persistent or particularly severe, it’s best to call a healthcare provider. This article explains the causes of eustachian tube pain and the symptoms that may come with it....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Mucus?CausesSymptomsDiagnosisComplicationsTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Mucus? Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Complications Treatment Sometimes called chronic mucus hypersecretion or chronic sputum production, excess mucus can usually be treated or managed with home remedies or medication. This article discusses the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of chronic mucus. It also looks at some potential treatments. MirageC / Getty Images Mucusis a thin liquid made of water, proteins, salts, cells, and cellular debris....

“What causes frequentbloody noses?” Healthcare providers hear this question a lot, especially from parents. They may report that their children sometimes bump their noses or fall down and get nosebleeds. While this can be distressing, at least these parents know the cause. More concerning are nosebleeds that seem to happen without a cause. Sometimes children will wake up in the morning with blood on their pillows or dried blood around their nose or face....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAgeLifestyle and DietPregnancyMedicationsAcute ConditionsChronic Conditions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Age Lifestyle and Diet Pregnancy Medications Acute Conditions Chronic Conditions Frequent urination at night (nocturia) can be a normal part of aging, but it can also be a sign of a medical concern like diabetes, heart disease, or bladder problems. Some health conditions that cause nerve damage, like Parkinson’s and MS, can also lead to bladder problems....

Have you noticed a milkydischargeleaking from your nipple(s)? If you have and you are not pregnant or breastfeeding you are probably pretty upset. Hero Images / Getty Images Here are some facts you need to know about galactorrhea. Overview Galactorrhea is a nipple discharge composed of breast milk or a milk-like substance that is not associated with pregnancy or breastfeeding. This type of nipple discharge can come from only one nipple but it typically comes from both....