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Reactive arthritisis a type of arthritis that affects the joints, eyes, and urethra (the tube that carries urine from your bladder to the outside of your body). This type of arthritis is distinguishable because of the different areas of the body it affects. Reactive arthritis is sometimes called Reiter’s syndrome. Reactive arthritis tends to occur as a result of aninfectionsomewhere else in the body. Common infectious causes might includeChlamydia trachomatis(transmitted during sexual activity) andSalmonellabacteria (which causes food poisoning)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsComplicationsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentPrognosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Complications Causes Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Relapsing polychondritis(RP) is a rareautoimmune disorderthat causes recurrentinflammationofcartilage. RP can affect any part of the body with cartilage, including the ears, nose, airways, ribcage, and joints. Symptoms occur in episodic flares, causing redness, swelling, pain, and other symptoms based on the organ or tissues affected. Most cases of RP can be managed with medications such as over-the-counter painkillers and prescription steroids....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsComplicationsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Salmonella GuideHow Salmonella Is Diagnosed Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Complications When to See a Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Next in Salmonella Guide Salmonellais a bacteria that can causesalmonellosis(non-typhoidal Salmonella enteritis), a common foodborne infection that causes watery diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps.The symptoms usually last about four to seven days and don’t typically require a trip to the healthcare provider, unless it affects an infant or if complications develop....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsRare SymptomsComplicationsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Scabies GuideWhat Causes Scabies? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Rare Symptoms Complications When to See a Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Next in Scabies Guide Those who have hadscabiesmay only need to hear the name of this condition to reimagine the notable symptoms it causes. The main one is an extremely itchy (and unforgettable) rash caused when theSarcoptes scabieimite burrows itself beneath the skin....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSepsis and Older AdultsSymptoms in the ElderlyDiagnostic TestsSeptic Shock SymptomsLong-Term Risks Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Sepsis and Older Adults Symptoms in the Elderly Diagnostic Tests Septic Shock Symptoms Long-Term Risks Sepsis is a serious conditionin which the body has an abnormal response to an infection, leading the body’s systems to turn on itself. This causes tissue damage and organ failure. Older adults, especially those aged 65 and older, are more likely to develop sepsis and be at risk for long-term complications or death....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat to Look ForFrequent Symptoms (All Types)Melanoma SymptomsUncommon SymptomsComplicationsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Skin Cancer GuideHow Skin Cancer Is Treated Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What to Look For Frequent Symptoms (All Types) Melanoma Symptoms Uncommon Symptoms Complications When to See a Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Next in Skin Cancer Guide Since there are no general screening guidelines forskin cancer, most people need to rely on recognizing the signs and symptoms of the disease to catch it as early as possible....

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 Skintuberculosis (TB)is a bacterial infection that can manifest differently depending on the individual, leading to a range of symptoms, including rashes, bumps (lesions), and ulcers on various parts of the body.If left untreated, skin TB can lead to serious complications or spread to other parts of the body....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsRare SymptomsComplicationsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Sore Throat GuideHow a Sore Throat Is Treated Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Rare Symptoms Complications When to See a Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Next in Sore Throat Guide Asore throatsounds generic enough, but the symptoms you feel can vary depending on thereasonfor asore throatitself. Aside from standard pain and irritation, symptoms sometimes also include difficulty swallowing and swelling, among other things....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesCommon SymptomsSecondary SymptomsWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Common Symptoms Secondary Symptoms When to See a Healthcare Provider Spinal arthritis is the inflammation of the joints between the bones in your spine or the joints connecting your spine to your pelvis. It can affect the: Gilaxia / Getty Images Types of Spinal Arthritis There are many different types of arthritis....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsAdditional ChangesFinal DaysTips for Caregivers Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Additional Changes Final Days Tips for Caregivers Although everyone’s experience is different, there are some typical stage 4 lung cancer symptoms that may indicate a person is near to dying, including: People’s needs may also vary. Some need oxygen, for instance, while others don’t. It can be hard to think about what to expect at the end of life with lung cancer....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPrimary SyphilisSecondary SyphilisLatent SyphilisTertiary SyphilisSymptoms in NewbornsFAQsNext in Syphilis GuideHow Syphilis Is Diagnosed Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Primary Syphilis Secondary Syphilis Latent Syphilis Tertiary Syphilis Symptoms in Newborns FAQs Next in Syphilis Guide The signs and symptoms ofsyphilisvary based on the stage of the infection. There are four stages in all, each with distinct features. Some symptoms are “classic,” meaning clear signs of the disease, while others are non-specific and easily confused for other conditions....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsRare SymptomsComplicationsWhen to See a DoctorNext in Tardive Dyskinesia GuideWhat Medications Cause Tardive Dyskinesia? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Rare Symptoms Complications When to See a Doctor Next in Tardive Dyskinesia Guide Tardive dyskinesiasymptoms include involuntary movements involving the mouth, tongue, or face. The movements resulting from this condition are not physically painful or harmful to a person’s health....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFrequent SymptomsRare SymptomsLater-Stage SymptomsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Testicular Cancer GuideCauses of Testicular Cancer Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Frequent Symptoms Rare Symptoms Later-Stage Symptoms When to See a Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Next in Testicular Cancer Guide Testicular canceris a relatively uncommon cancer but one that can cause extreme distress to the roughly 9,600 American men estimated to be diagnosed in 2020....