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Recent Articles by Dr. Clarisse Bezerra

Throat Feels Tight: 7 Causes & What to Do

When your throat feels tight, it may be caused by acid reflux, an irritated throat, anxiety, allergies, goiter, or esophagitis. Other symptoms can include chest tightness, burning, hoarseness, or trouble swallowing.

Diseases and Conditions

Loss of Smell: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

Loss of smell, or anosmia, is classified as complete or partial. It can also be associated by a loss of taste. In most cases, it is temporary and resolves once the underlying illness, like a cold or flu, has been treated. Learn more about what causes a loss of smell, treatment options and whether it is common in COVID.

Diseases and Conditions

Anosmia: Types, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

Anosmia is the partial or total loss of smell. It may be temporary from colds, flu, allergies, sinusitis or COVID-19, or linked to nasal polyps, head trauma, tumors or nerve damage. Treatment depends on the cause.

Symptoms

Burning Sensation in Legs: 6 Main Causes & How to Treat

A burning sensation in legs can be caused by poor circulation, vitamin B12 deficiency, sciatica, diabetes, or deep vein thrombosis, and may occur with swelling, tingling, numbness, or skin color changes.

Anemia

8 Types of Anemia (& How to Treat)

Different types of anemia, like iron-deficiency, sickle cell, megaloblastic, and aplastic anemia, can develop from nutritional deficiencies, genetic conditions, or immune system changes, leading to symptoms like fatigue, dizziness, pale skin, and shortness of breath.

Diseases and Conditions

Lipodystrophy: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Lipodystrophy is a rare syndrome that changes how body fat is stored, causing fat buildup or loss. It may be linked to HIV treatment, genetics, insulin use, corticosteroids, or autoimmune diseases.

Diseases and Conditions

Anuria: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Anuria is a medical emergency marked by little or no urine output. It can be caused by urinary tract obstruction, acute kidney injury, uncontrolled diabetes, high blood pressure, or cancer.

Cancer

Thyroid Cancer: Symptoms, Types & Treatment

Thyroid cancer may cause a lump in the neck, swelling, hoarseness, trouble swallowing, or breathing problems. Diagnosis may involve ultrasound, FNA, CT scan, or MRI, with treatment often including surgery, radioactive iodine, or hormone therapy.

Diseases and Conditions

Amyloidosis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Amyloidosis is a rare disease caused by amyloid protein buildup in organs, leading to symptoms like swelling, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, foamy urine, and tongue thickening.

Diseases and Conditions

Mallory-Weiss Tear: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

A Mallory-Weiss tear is a mucosal rupture where the esophagus meets the stomach, usually caused by sudden intra-abdominal pressure. Key symptoms include bloody vomit and dark stools. It is often linked to severe vomiting or coughing. Treatment involves endoscopic repair and acid-reducing drugs.

Cancer

Kaposi Sarcoma: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Kaposi sarcoma is a skin cancer linked to HHV-8 that causes red, purple, brown, or black skin lesions. It is more common in people with weakened immune systems and may be treated with surgery, HAART, radiation, chemotherapy, or immunotherapy.

Gas

Why Am I So Gassy? 11 Possible Causes (& What to Do)

Understanding why am I so gassy involves evaluating diet and lifestyle habits. While gas is a normal byproduct of digestion, excessive symptoms can result from swallowed air, slow digestion, or food intolerances. Identifying triggers like IBS or pregnancy helps manage persistent bloating.

Anemia

Fanconi Anemia: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Fanconi anemia is a rare inherited disorder that can cause bone marrow failure, low blood cell counts, birth defects, infertility, and a higher risk of leukemia and other cancers. It may affect growth, development, and life expectancy.

Appendicitis

Appendicitis: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix that usually causes pain in the lower right abdomen, nausea, vomiting, fever, and loss of appetite. It may be caused by blockage and often requires urgent treatment to prevent rupture, infection, and other complications.

Diseases and Conditions

Epigastric Hernia: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Epigastric hernia is an abdominal hernia that causes a bulge above the navel and may lead to pain, discomfort, or complications such as intestinal obstruction. Treatment usually involves surgery, especially when symptoms are present.