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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsBy ConditionComplicationsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderWhen to Go to the HospitalFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Heart Disease GuideHow Heart Disease Is Treated Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms By Condition Complications When to See a Healthcare Provider When to Go to the Hospital Frequently Asked Questions Next in Heart Disease Guide There are many different kinds ofheart disease, and while each can produce its own set of symptoms, there are some key ones that many types share....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsComplicationsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Heartburn GuideHeartburn Relief: Natural Antacids, Medication, Prevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Complications When to See a Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Next in Heartburn Guide Occasional heartburn due to refluxed stomach acid is common, although you may wonder what it feels like if you haven’t experienced it. Frequentheartburnis the most common symptom ofgastroesophageal reflux disease(GERD) or acid reflux....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHepatitis C SymptomsRare SymptomsStages of Hepatitis CComplicationsWhen to See the Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Hepatitis C GuideHepatitis C Rash: Skin Symptoms and Signs of Progression Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Hepatitis C Symptoms Rare Symptoms Stages of Hepatitis C Complications When to See the Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Next in Hepatitis C Guide Hepatitis Csymptoms vary based on the stage of infection....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsRare SymptomsComplicationsWhen to Seek Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Rare Symptoms Complications When to Seek Medical Care HER2-positive metastatic breast canceris a type of cancer that starts in the breast and then spreads, ormetastasizes, into other areas of the body, such as the lungs, liver, bones, or brain. HER2-positive means the cancer cells have more than a normal amount of HER2 proteins on the outside of the cells....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsRare SymptomsComplicationsWhen to See a ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Rare Symptoms Complications When to See a Provider Frequently Asked Questions Breast canceroccurs when cells within one or both breasts grow uncontrollably.One type of breast cancer is human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-positive breast cancer. This type has abnormally high levels ofHER2, a protein found on the surface of breast cells that controls how the cells grow and divide....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsRare SymptomsComplicationsWhen to Seek Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Rare Symptoms Complications When to Seek Care This article discusses the frequent and rare herniated disc symptoms, the complications that can arise, and the signs it’s time to get help. milan2099 / Getty Images Symptoms vary based on the location and severity of the herniated disc. Much depends on whether the condition affects thecervical spine(the vertebrae of the neck) or thelumbar spine(lower back)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are Androgens?HyperandrogenismSigns and SymptomsTestingOther CausesAssociated Health IssuesTreatmentWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are Androgens? Hyperandrogenism Signs and Symptoms Testing Other Causes Associated Health Issues Treatment When to See a Healthcare Provider This is commonly due topolycystic ovary syndrome(PCOS), a hormonal disorder that impacts females and leads tocystsor small sacs found in theovaries, which are glands that produce eggs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It Feels LikeCausesWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderTreatmentsComplicationsPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Feels Like Causes When to See a Healthcare Provider Treatments Complications Prevention Hyperglycemia—high blood sugar—is commonly associated with people who have diabetes, but it can also impact those without diabetes. Like hyperglycemia in diabetes, the symptoms may include increased thirst, frequent urination, nausea, blurred vision, or fatigue....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptoms in FemalesSymptoms in MalesMood SymptomsWhat Causes High Prolactin Levels?DiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms in Females Symptoms in Males Mood Symptoms What Causes High Prolactin Levels? Diagnosis Treatment High prolactin levels outside of pregnancy and breastfeeding can signal an endocrine disorder or other health concern. High prolactin symptoms include breast enlargement, irregular periods, irritability, and a low sex drive....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsLess Common SymptomsComplicationsWhen to See a DoctorNext in Huntington’s Disease GuideCauses and Risk Factors of Huntington’s Disease Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Less Common Symptoms Complications When to See a Doctor Next in Huntington’s Disease Guide Symptoms ofHuntington’s diseaseinvolve motor and cognitive skills. After they begin, the effects gradually worsen. Sometimes, early on, the symptoms of Huntington’s disease can be similar to those of other types ofdementiaor movement disorders....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsComplicationsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Hyperthyroidism GuideWhat to Know About Hyperthyroidism Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Complications When to See a Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Next in Hyperthyroidism Guide When yourthyroid glandis overactive (hyperthyroidism) and produces too much hormone, your body’s metabolism speeds up. Considering the whole-body effects this can have, a variety of symptoms may result, including weight loss, irritability, irregular heart rhythm, tremor, insomnia, hair loss, and more....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsRare SymptomsHypothyroidism in ChildrenComplicationsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Hypothyroidism GuideHow Hypothyroidism Is Treated Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Rare Symptoms Hypothyroidism in Children Complications When to See a Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Next in Hypothyroidism Guide Yourthyroidis a butterfly-shaped organ that sits at the base of your neck. It produces hormones that regulate body functions....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes General Signs Diagnosis Complications High Risk Groups Treatment Prognosis When to See a Doctor Internal bleeding symptoms include severe pain, dizziness, swelling, and coughing up blood, depending on the affected area and the rate of blood loss. You might suspect internal bleeding if you experience unexplained weakness, persistent pain, or signs like swelling and discoloration without an obvious injury. Survival depends on the severity and location, but immediate medical attention is crucial as untreated internal bleeding can be life-threatening....