Symptoms
Symptoms are physical or mental occurrences within the body that can be reported by the patient (e.g. a headache) or measured by a doctor (e.g. high blood pressure). They often provides clues and guidance toward a possible diagnosis. In this section, you will learn about symptoms of specific conditions, what can cause certain symptoms and available treatment options.
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Yellow Diarrhea: 7 Common Causes (& What to Do) Most times, yellow diarrhea is caused by excess stress, but it can also be a sign of an intestinal infection, gallbladder issue or pancreatic issue. Learn about the most common causes of yellow diarrhea and what to do in each situation.
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Left Side Abdominal Pain: 9 Causes & What to Do
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Lump in Anus: 5 Common Causes & How to Treat
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Headache on the Left Side of Head: 7 Causes (& What to Do)
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7 Causes of Right Side Chest Pain: Why It Happens & How to Relieve
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6 Causes of a Lump Behind Your Ear (& When to See a Doctor)
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Fever at Night: Causes, Treatment & When It’s Serious
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Left Side Chest Pain: 6 Common Causes & What to Do
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Stomach and Back Pain: 8 Causes & What to Do
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Belly Button Pain: 10 Common Causes (& What to Do)
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Chills Without Fever: 9 Possible Causes (& How to Treat)
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15 Causes of Tingling Throughout the Body (& What to Do)
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What Causes White Poop? 7 Reasons (& When to Worry)
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Nose Burning: 7 Common Causes & How to Stop It
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Pain in Middle of Chest: 6 Causes, Symptoms & When to Worry
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Sores in Nose: 12 Common Causes & What to Do
All about Symptoms
- White Tongue: 6 Causes & How to Get Rid of It A white tongue is usually a sign of excessive fungal growth. It especially happens with poor oral hygiene, but it can also be a sign of other problems. Learn about why your tongue may be white and how to get rid of these white patches. Updated on 05-31-2023
- Left Side Abdominal Pain: 9 Causes & What to Do Pain in the left side of the abdomen is usually a sign of gas or constipation, but it can also be a sign of more serious problems such as kidney stones, endometriosis, or diverticulitis. Learn about the most common causes of left side abdominal pain and what to do . Updated on 05-30-2023
- 6 Causes of a Lump Behind Your Ear (& When to See a Doctor) In most cases, hard lumps found behind the ear don't cause any symptoms. They are usually harmless if they are not associated with any pain, itchiness, or discomfort. However, some lumps can be a sign of infection or a lipoma. Learn more about the possible causes and when to go to the doctor . Updated on 05-30-2023
- Sharp Abdominal Pain: 7 Common Causes & What to Do Sharp abdominal pain may appear due to intestinal gas or constipation. However, IBS, gallbladder stones or a UTI can also trigger sharp abdominal pain. Learn more about what can cause it, how to treat it and when to see a doctor . Updated on 05-26-2023
- 6 Most Common UTI Symptoms (with Online Symptom Checker) Classic UTI symptoms include pain or burning when peeing, and urinary urgency. Other symptoms may occur if the infection gets worse and affects the kidneys, and these include chills and fatigue. Check out the full list of symptoms and use our online symptom checker to assess your risk for a UTI. Updated on 05-25-2023
- Vaginal Itching: 11 Common Causes (& Online Symptom Checker) Vaginal itching can occur for many reasons, and can be a sign of a yeast infection, skin irritation or an STI. Learn how to identify each possible cause, use our online symptom checker and find out what you can do to stop itchiness. Updated on 05-24-2023
- 7 Signs of Leukemia (w/ Online Symptom Checker) The first signs of leukemia are usually excessive fatigue and swollen lymph nodes on the neck and groin. Check out a list of the most common signs of leukemia and complete our online symptom checker to assess your risk for leukemia. Be sure to also read how this condition is diagnosed and treated. Updated on 05-22-2023
- Belly Button Pain: 10 Common Causes (& What to Do) There are many reasons for belly button pain that can very from gas and bloating to infections and other more serious illnesses. Learn about the 10 most common causes of belly button pain and what to do. Updated on 05-17-2023
- Red Spots On Skin: 14 Causes (with Pictures & Treatment) Skin rashes in adults can be linked to diseases like Zika or German measles or they could be the result of a simple allergy. See a list of the 14 most common health problems that can cause red spots and skin rashes. Updated on 05-15-2023
- 11 Causes of Knee Pain (w/ Remedies & Treatment for Relief) Knee pain can occur for many reasons and can present in different ways. Pain in the back of the knee, for example, can be a Baker's cyst, while pain when straightening the leg may indicate a tendon injury or patella ligament tear. Learn more about the different causes and areas of knee pain, and how to treat it. Updated on 05-11-2023