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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPingueculaPterygiumConjunctival TumorConjunctival LymphomaLimbal DermoidChemosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Pinguecula Pterygium Conjunctival Tumor Conjunctival Lymphoma Limbal Dermoid Chemosis More serious causes of a bump on the eyeball can include cancer, such aseye lymphoma.Even a benign tumor (not cancerous) can lead to vision loss and other symptoms if left untreated. This article takes a closer look at some types of eyeball bumps and their symptoms and causes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGenetic or Inherited CausesAging-Related CausesInfection-Related CausesCan a Deviated Septum Heal On Its Own?Deviated Septum TreatmentsDeviated Septum SurgeryWhen To See a Healthcare ProviderSummary Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Genetic or Inherited Causes Aging-Related Causes Infection-Related Causes Can a Deviated Septum Heal On Its Own? Deviated Septum Treatments Deviated Septum Surgery When To See a Healthcare Provider Summary Adeviated septumis when your septum is in an abnormal or crooked position....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is a Diabetic Coma?Causes of Diabetic ComaSigns of a Diabetic ComaRisk Factors for a Diabetic ComaBlood Sugar Levels During a Diabetic ComaWhen to Call a Healthcare ProviderTreating a Diabetic ComaPreventing a Diabetic ComaPrognosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is a Diabetic Coma? Causes of Diabetic Coma Signs of a Diabetic Coma Risk Factors for a Diabetic Coma Blood Sugar Levels During a Diabetic Coma...

Key TakeawaysA false-positive result means the test says you have an illness when you really don’t.You can get a false positive on a rapid COVID-19 test, but it’s not common.Experts say certain factors raise your risk of getting a false-positive COVID-19 test. Key Takeaways A false-positive result means the test says you have an illness when you really don’t.You can get a false positive on a rapid COVID-19 test, but it’s not common....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping Bee phobia is a type of specific phobia. Read on to learn more about how bee phobia presents, why it occurs, and what you can do about it. Letizia McCall / Getty Images What Is a Bee Phobia? Bee phobia is categorized as an animal phobia, which is a type of specific phobia....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is a Fear of Success?SignsCausesGetting HelpOvercoming Fear of SucessTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is a Fear of Success? Signs Causes Getting Help Overcoming Fear of Sucess Treatment Those who experience fear of success often struggle with feeling like imposter syndrome or fear of not being able to continue to perform successfully. As with otherphobias(excessive, persistent, and irrational fear of an object or situation), fear of success can interfere with one’s life and cause significant distress, but there are treatments available....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Causes a Feeling of Impending Doom?Additional Symptoms of Impending DoomManagementWhen to Seek CareFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Causes a Feeling of Impending Doom? Additional Symptoms of Impending Doom Management When to Seek Care Frequently Asked Questions If this feeling interferes with your daily life and is unrelated to a real potential for danger, it may be a sign of a serious medical issue....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsYeast vs. Fungal InfectionCausesDiagnosisTreatmentAt-Home TreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Yeast vs. Fungal Infection Causes Diagnosis Treatment At-Home Treatment Prevention This article will cover what a fungal infection on the face looks like and the causes, complications, and risk factors. It also explains how a facial fungal infection is diagnosed and getting treatment with oral or topicalantifungal drugs. Do You Have a Fungal or Yeast Infection?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Depending on the underlying cause, a genital rash can look like a single sore, itchy red bumps, or widespread inflamed, scaly skin. Pictures of genital rashes can help you to identify symptoms but it is essential that a healthcare provider diagnose and, if needed, treat your condition. Genital rash symptoms can be different due to the underlying cause....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesTypesTreatmentWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Types Treatment When to See a Provider Aheadacheon the left side of your head can be due to aprimary headache disorder, likemigraineor cluster headache. It can also occur due to an injury like aconcussion, lifestyle factors like diet or insufficient sleep, or a condition such as allergies, high blood pressure, or stroke....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesRare CausesTreatmentWhen to See a Doctor Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Rare Causes Treatment When to See a Doctor A headache on top of the head could be due to a variety of factors. Some common causes include: This article will explore more about what can trigger pain or pressure on the top of the head, how to treat this type of headache, and when to see a healthcare provider....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCoronary Heart DiseaseOther Heart Attack CausesLess Common CausesRisk FactorsPreventionWhen to Seek Emergency CareNext in Heart Attack GuideHow a Heart Attack Is Diagnosed Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Coronary Heart Disease Other Heart Attack Causes Less Common Causes Risk Factors Prevention When to Seek Emergency Care Next in Heart Attack Guide Aheart attack, also calledmyocardial infarction(MI), occurs when blood flow to the heart is suddenly interrupted....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPlatelet CountsCausesSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentComplications Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Platelet Counts Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications A low platelet count (thrombocytopenia) means your blood lacks the small cells needed to form clots. Common causes of low platelets include an autoimmune disease calledidiopathicthrombocytopenic purpura(ITP), bone marrow disorders (e.g., leukemia), infection, nutritional deficiencies, pregnancy, and certain medications. Symptoms include bruising easily, a rash of tiny red spots, nosebleeds or bleeding gums, blood in the urine or stool, painful joints, or excessive bleeding after minor injuries....