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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 There are many possible reasons why you may be experiencing a sore vagina, also called vulvar pain. Some causes, like irritation or menopause, may be evident. Other causes, like a sexually transmitted infection (STI) or a cyst, are not as apparent. What people call “vagina pain” may involve the vagina, the inside part that connects to the womb or uterus....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesWhen to See a ProviderDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes When to See a Provider Diagnosis Treatment Injuries and conditions that affect the knee joint, likeosteoarthritisorrheumatoid arthritis (RA), can make knee stiffness worse. This article explains the reasons your knee may feel stiff, how a healthcare provider will determine the cause, and treatment options for different conditions. Why Does My Knee Give Out?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesManagementPreventionWhen to See a ProviderOther Causes Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Management Prevention When to See a Provider Other Causes A stress rash typically shows up as hives (urticaria) on the face, neck, chest, or arms. Stress causes your immune system to release chemicals that help fight off foreign substances or allergens that present a physical “threat” to your body....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCommon CausesDiagnosisTreatmentWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Common Causes Diagnosis Treatment When to See a Healthcare Provider Tear ducts drain tears from the eye through small tubes (callednasolacrimalducts) that extend from the eye into the nose. When the ducts are infected or blocked, they can become swollen. A swollen tear duct can usually be managed with self-care measures such as warm compresses and massage....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentPreventionWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Prevention When to See a Provider Getting ayeast infectionbefore yourperiodis common. The changes in hormones that bring on menstruation can also causeCandida,thefungus that causes yeast infections, to overgrow. This article will go over why you might get a yeast infection before your period and what to do when it happens....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow They DevelopCommon AllergensGenetic Risk FactorsLifestyle FactorsAllergy ReliefSeeking Medical CareNext in Allergies GuideNatural Allergy Relief: 12 Remedies to Try Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How They Develop Common Allergens Genetic Risk Factors Lifestyle Factors Allergy Relief Seeking Medical Care Next in Allergies Guide Allergies occur when a part of your immune system becomes inappropriately activated when it encounters anallergen. This does not mean that your immune system is weak....

Westend61 / Getty Images Armpit Rash Causes 1. Allergic Contact Dermatitis This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing.See PhotoAllergic contact dermaitis in armpit.DermNet /CC BY-NC-ND This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing.See Photo This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing. A common cause of an armpit rash is an allergic reaction. Allergiccontact dermatitisoccurs when an allergy-triggering substance (allergen) comes into contact with the skin....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEczemaChafingContact DermatitisHeat RashHidradenitis SuppurativaJock ItchRazor BurnSwimmer’s ItchSTIsPityriasis RoseaStress RashDiagnosing an Inner Thigh Rash Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Eczema Chafing Contact Dermatitis Heat Rash Hidradenitis Suppurativa Jock Itch Razor Burn Swimmer’s Itch STIs Pityriasis Rosea Stress Rash Diagnosing an Inner Thigh Rash Arashon the inner thigh or near the groin is common. Females may be more prone to certain types of rashes due to close-fitting clothing, leg shaving, or situations that result in little airflow and sweat that can trigger a rash...

When your face itches, it’s distracting and can be difficult to control. This happens often in the winter and during allergy season for many reasons. Learn more about why it happens and how you might find relief. Common Causes of an Itchy Face Verywell / Nusha Ashjaee There are several causes of an itchy face that are the usual culprits: What’s Causing the Itchy Rash On Your Forehead? Treatment If your itchy face isn’t life-threatening but is bothersome, there are things you can do to help....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesNot Your FaultRisk FactorsIs Appendicitis Genetic?How Common Is It?PreventionEarly Warning SignsNext in Appendicitis GuideTests for Appendicitis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Not Your Fault Risk Factors Is Appendicitis Genetic? How Common Is It? Prevention Early Warning Signs Next in Appendicitis Guide Appendicitisis inflammation of theappendix, a tube-shaped tissue attached to thelarge intestine. A blockage within the appendix resulting in inflammation is the primary cause ofappendicitis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCauses of Arthritis Flare-UpsHow Are Arthritis Flare-Ups Diagnosed?Treatment of a FlarePreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes of Arthritis Flare-Ups How Are Arthritis Flare-Ups Diagnosed? Treatment of a Flare Prevention Frequently Asked Questions If you havearthritis, you will likely have experienced a flare-up of symptoms at one time or another, often with no apparent cause. Depending on thetype of arthritisyou have, it may be related to a specific trigger like overexertion or a change in treatment, or it may just be due to the ongoing progression of your disease....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is It?SymptomsCausesRisk FactorsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is It? Symptoms Causes Risk Factors When to See a Healthcare Provider Treatment Prevention Many people describe low back pain or sciatica as a tight muscle or back spasm. Back spasms may feel mild—like a small fist is pressing into one side of your spine—orthey may feel intenseand prevent you from sitting, standing, or walking comfortably....

Most people attribute, at least to some degree, theirneck or back painto poor posture. Good posture is a form of fitness in which the muscles of the body support the skeleton in an alignment that is stable and efficient. Good posture is present both in stillness and in movement. Causes of Bad Posture A combination of these factors is also quite common. Consideration of the underlying factors that interfere with good posture may help guide you as you make lifestyle changes or seek medical or holistic treatment....