Posts

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEmergency CausesOther CausesWhen to See a ProviderDiagnosisPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Emergency Causes Other Causes When to See a Provider Diagnosis Prevention Left arm pain can come on suddenly or be felt for a long time. Anytime someone has left arm pain and is experiencing other heart attack symptoms, they should call 911.The pain may also be from an injury or overuse....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPrimary CausesRisk FactorsOuter/Inner Ear Infections Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Primary Causes Risk Factors Outer/Inner Ear Infections Infections can affect the outer ear (otitis externa) and inner ear (otitis internal). They involve a virus, a bacterium, and sometimes a fungus (in outer ear infections), and the cause and route of the infections differ. Ear infections are eitheracute(sudden, severe, and typically short-lasting) orchronic(persistent or recurrent)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentComplicationsOutlook Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Complications Outlook “Eosinophilia” is the medical term for an increased eosinophil count. Eosinophils are a type ofwhite blood cell. When elevated, it may suggest an underlying health concern. This article discusses the symptoms and causes of eosinophilia, as well as how some of the conditions that cause it may be diagnosed and treated....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesIs It Normal to Have Discharge Every Day?What’s Abnormal?When to Get Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Is It Normal to Have Discharge Every Day? What’s Abnormal? When to Get Help If you have more vaginal discharge than usual, it can be due to different causes. For example, during arousal andovulation, your body produces more cervical mucus to enhance lubrication. Hormone changes due to birth control use, pregnancy, or menopause can also increase the amount of discharge you have....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTension HeadacheMigraineGlaucomaSinusitisShinglesGiant Cell Arteritis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Tension Headache Migraine Glaucoma Sinusitis Shingles Giant Cell Arteritis These features, along with the exact nature and location of the pain, can provide clues as to the underlying cause. This could be a simple tension headache or a potentially serious condition like shingles or giant cell arteritis. Tension headachescause transient mild to moderate pain that wraps around the head....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIs Abnormal Pain Messaging a Cause?Are Genetics a Cause?Is Vitamin Deficiency a Cause?Risk FactorsTriggersAssociated ConditionsDoes Fibromyalgia Go Away?When to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Is Abnormal Pain Messaging a Cause? Are Genetics a Cause? Is Vitamin Deficiency a Cause? Risk Factors Triggers Associated Conditions Does Fibromyalgia Go Away? When to See a Healthcare Provider This article will discuss the possible causes of fibromyalgia, triggers, and associated conditions....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIs Flat Poop a Problem?CausesAt-Home ReliefWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Is Flat Poop a Problem? Causes At-Home Relief When to See a Provider You may be concerned if your stool is suddenly flat or ribbon-like. When stool changes from a person’s “normal” for more than a few days, it’s time to contact a healthcare provider. Bowel movements (poop) come in a spectrum of normal....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMacular EdemaCentral Serous RetinopathyDiabetic RetinopathyChoroidal EffusionDiagnosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Macular Edema Central Serous Retinopathy Diabetic Retinopathy Choroidal Effusion Diagnosis Fluid can build up behind theretinadue to different conditions, includingmacular edemaandcentral serous retinopathy. These conditions may cause symptoms like vision distortion, blind spots, and other vision changes. This article lists the conditions that cause fluid behind the retina. It also covers what symptoms to look for and the steps you need to take for appropriate diagnosis and treatment....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIs It Serious?Causes and TreatmentDuring PregnancySeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Is It Serious? Causes and Treatment During Pregnancy Seeking Medical Care Fluttering in the ear can be an unsettling sensation. Whether it’s sporadic or persistent, understanding its causes and seeking appropriate treatment is essential for maintaining ear health. This article explores the various factors behind ear fluttering, potential symptoms, and when to consult a healthcare provider....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesSee a Healthcare ProviderDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes See a Healthcare Provider Diagnosis Treatment The most likely reasons for frequent voiding are urinary tract infections (UTI) and medication side effects. A persistent urge to urinate, though, could indicate a chronic condition like diabetes or interstitial cystitis. This article discusses frequent urination. It explains common reasons why you may feel the urge to pee more often and when to see your healthcare provider about a persistent urge to urinate....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Frontal bossing, also known as skull bossing, is a skeletal deformity that causes the frontal bones of the skull to become enlarged and protrude, resulting in an unusually pronounced forehead. There may also be heavier-than-normal brow ridge. While a prominent forehead and brow may be normal inherited features (an example being Australian aboriginal people who tend to have heavy brow ridges), frontal bossing may also be a sign of a medical condition....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy Goopy Eyes HappenKeratitisTrachomaAllergiesBlocked Tear DuctsStyeEye CellulitisForeign ObjectsDry Eye DiseasePreventionWhen to See a ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Goopy Eyes Happen Keratitis Trachoma Allergies Blocked Tear Ducts Stye Eye Cellulitis Foreign Objects Dry Eye Disease Prevention When to See a Provider Frequently Asked Questions This article covers some of the most common causes of eye discharge and what they look like....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMain CauseFood FactorsOther CausesRisk FactorsTreatmentHome RemediesPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Main Cause Food Factors Other Causes Risk Factors Treatment Home Remedies Prevention Goutis a form of arthritis in which a substance in the body called uric acid builds up in the joints. Gout can flare up suddenly, causing severe pain. It occurs most often in the big toe, but it can also affect other toes, ankles, knees, and fingers, as well as other joints....