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Recent Articles by Dr. Clarisse Bezerra

Blood in Semen: 10 Causes (& How to Treat)

Blood in the semen is typically a symptom of direct trauma, anticoagulant use or recent penile biopsies or tests. However it can also be a sign of a more serious health condition, like a sexually transmitted infection (STI), prostatitis or cancer. Learn more about what causes bloody sperm and how to treat it.

Sweat

Night Sweats: 11 Common Causes (& How to Treat)

Night sweats are often caused by excessive sweat production in the sweat glands (also known as hyperhidrosis) but it can also be a sign of infection. It is especially important to investigate what is causing your night sweats if you are also experiencing fever, weight loss or chills. Learn about what causes night sweats.

Phlegm

Yellow Phlegm: 8 Causes, Symptoms & How to Treat

Yellow phlegm is usually a sign of a bacterial infection, like bronchitis, strep throat or pneumonia. Treatment for yellow phlegm depends on the underlying cause, and may involve the use of antibiotics or other medications. Learn about the most common causes of yellow phlegm and what it means.

Gastric Ulcer

Stomach Ulcer: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Complications

A stomach ulcer, also know as gastric ulcer or peptic ulcer, is a wound that forms in the tissue that lines the stomach , causing symptoms such as abdominal pain, heartburn and nausea. Learn more about what a gastric ulcer is, as well as other symptoms it can cause, and how it's diagnosed and treated.

Gastric Ulcer

What Do Stomach Ulcers Feel Like? 7 Signs (& Symptom Checker)

Stomach ulcer symptoms include pain and burning in the middle of your belly, bloating and weight loss. It is important to consult a gastroenterologist if you notice these symptoms to determine the cause and start treatment. Learn about other symptoms related to stomach ulcers and complete our online quiz.

Gas

Why Am I So Gassy? 6 Causes & What to Do

Feeling gassy is usually temporary and occurs due to the normal fermentation and digestion of food in the gut. It is usually not a sign of any health conditions, especially if the gas is not smelly. Smelly gas with bloating and abdominal pain may be a sign of slow digestion. Learn more about why excess can occur.

Migraine

9 Classic Migraine Symptoms (w/ Online Symptom Checker)

Migraine symptoms usually include a throbbing headache felt on one side of the head, sensitivity to light, nausea and blurred vision. Complete our online migraine symptoms checker to determine whether your symptoms are related to this condition, and learn more about how migraines can present.

Headache

Pressure in the Head: 10 Common Causes & What to Do

Pressure in the head can be a sign of stress or bad posture, but it can also indicate the presence of a health condition like migraines or sinusitis. Learn more about what pressure in the head can mean and what to do.

Abdominal Pain

Why Does My Stomach Hurt? 8 Common Causes

Your stomach can hurt due to conditions like intestinal infections, anxiety, IBS, or even intestinal cancer. All of these condition can present with various symptoms, including diarrhea, bloody stools or mucus in the stools. Learn more about what causes your stomach to hurt and what to do.

Symptoms

Cold Hands and Feet: 10 Causes (& When to Worry)

Cold hands and feet are a relatively common symptom, especially in the winter. If you notice cold extremities very frequently, even when not exposed to cold temperatures, it may be a sign of a more serious condition, like poor circulation, diabetes, or anemia. Learn about what causes cold hands and feet, and what to do.

Medications

Pain Medicine for 8 Common Types of Pain

Pain medicine includes analgesics and anti-inflammatories such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen. Depending on the type of pain being treated other medications may be used in combination. Read about the different types of pain medicine indicated for the most common types of pain.

Cold & Flu

Top 10 Flu Symptoms w/ Symptom Checker (& How to Relieve)

Flu symptoms, like a high-grade fever, sore throat, body aches, persistent dry cough, sneezing and a runny or stuffy nose, may appear 2 to 3 days after initial contact with a person infected with the influenza virus. Read more about the most common symptoms of the flu and they can be relieve.

Symptoms

Itchy Ears: 6 Common Causes (& What to Do)

Itchy ears can occur for many reasons, like dry skin, decreased wax production or frequently using objects in the ear, like cotton swabs or ear plugs. However, this symptoms may also be as sign of another health condition, like psoriasis or an ear infection. Learn more about what causes itchy ears and what to do.

Symptoms

Constant Dizziness: 7 Causes (& When to See a Doctor)

Constant dizziness can occur with certain illnesses, like labyrinthitis, high or low blood pressure, blood blood sugar levels, arrythmias or anemia. Learn about the 7 most common causes of dizziness and when you should see a doctor.

Back Pain

Why Does My Back Hurt When I Breathe? (8 Common Causes)

Back pain with breathing is usually a sign of a lung problem, which can emerge with a mild condition like a cold or flu, or a more severe problem, like pneumonia. However, it can also occur with muscle strains or even cardiac issues. Learn about what causes your back to hurt when breathing and what to do to relieve it.