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Recent Articles by Dr. Gonzalo Ramirez

Serotonin: Functions, Signs of Low Levels & Food List

Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that acts on the brain to regulate mood, sleep, appetite, cardiac rhythm, body temperature and pain sensitivity. Learn more bout what serotonin can do in your body, what symptoms low levels may cause, and foods that contain serotonin.

Tingling

Face Tingling: 17 Common Causes (& What To Do)

Face tingling can occur with many situations, like facial paralysis, anxiety, migraine, TMJ dysfunction, infection or nerve inflammation. It also common following dental surgery and facial growths. Learn about what causes tingling in the face and what to do to manage this symptom.

Symptoms

Sores on Tongue: 11 Possible Causes (& What to Do)

A sore on the tongue can be caused by injury to the tongue, like a burn from eating or drinking very hot foods or accidentally biting your tongue while chewing. It can also be caused by medication use, infections or even cancer. Learn more about the other causes and symptoms of a sore on the tongue.

Symptoms

Lump Behind Ear: 7 Causes (& When to See a Doctor)

A lump behind the ear doesn't usually cause any symptoms. They are considered to be harmless if they are not painful or itchy. However, some lumps can be a sign of infection, acne or a lipoma. Learn more about why a lump behind the ear can appear and when to see a doctor.

Men's Health

Swollen Testicles: 9 Causes (& How to Treat)

Swollen testicles are usually a sign of a problem in the area, like a hernia, a varicocele or even testicular cancer. They may present with symptoms like scrotal pain or redness. Learn more about what causes swelling in the testicles and how to treat it .

Cough

Coughing Up Blood: 8 Causes, Treatment & When to See a Doctor

Coughing up blood is not always a serious symptom, and can occur with mild conditions like a scratch in the nose or throat. Coughing up large amounts of bright red blood, however, can be a sign of a more serious illness, like pneumonia, tuberculosis, or lung cancer. Learn more about what causes blood when coughing.

Obesity

Obesity Treatment: Diet, Medications & Surgery

Obesity treatment may involve diet, regular excise, and medications to suppress appetite and reduce compulsive eating. In some cases, bariatric surgery may be recommended. Read more about different treatment approaches and helpful tips for following a weight loss plan.

Symptoms

Burning Tongue: 5 Common Causes & How to Treat

A burning tongue is a relatively common symptom, and can occur after consuming hot food or drinks. However, it can also be a sign of a health problem. Learn about the main causes of a burning tongue and how to treat it.

Mental Health

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD): Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is characterized by symptoms like being easily irritable, disobeying rules, intentionally pestering others, lying, and/or acting out of revenge or cruelty. Laern more about the symptoms of oppositional defiant disorder, how it's diagnosed, what causes it and how it's treated.

Menstruation

Light Period: 10 Common Causes (& When to Worry)

A light period, or hypomenorrhea, is generally not a concerning finding. However, it may indicate a problem with hormonal production, like PCOS, particularly if the period is light but prolonged. Learn more about what causes a light period and what to do to treat it.

Diarrhea

8 Causes of Green Diarrhea (& Why it Happens in Pregnancy)

Green diarrhea can occur after eating excess dark green vegetables, after drinking coffee, or after eating spicy food, but it can also be a sign of a more serious health problem, like an intestinal infection or irritable bowel syndrome. Learn about what causes green diarrhea and why it happens during pregnancy or in bas.

Diseases and Conditions

Swollen Lymph Nodes in Armpit: 10 Causes (& How to Treat)

A swollen lymph node in the armpit can emerge due to local inflammation or infections, like folliculitis, boils or lymphadenitis. It may also be the result of autoimmune diseases, vaccine reactions or cancer, and are associated with pain, discomfort, fever and redness. Learn more about the causes of swollen lymph nodes.

Sleep

Sleeping Naked: Top 10 Health Benefits

Sleeping naked can offer several health benefits, such as improving sleep quality, stimulating calorie burning, preventing weight gain, preventing yeast infections, increasing fertility in men and improving a couple's intimacy. Learn more about all the benefits of sleeping naked.

Mental Health

Sociopath: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

A sociopath is the term used to describe someone with anti-social personality disorder. They usually have behaviors like apathy, aggressiveness and lack of consideration for others. Learn more about what a sociopath and anti-social personality disorder are and what causes it, as well as the symptoms and treatment.

Diseases and Conditions

Low Oxygen Levels: Symptoms, Causes & What to Do

Symptoms of low oxygen levels will start to emerge when there is insufficient oxygen reaching the tissues. Common symptoms include shortness of breath, fast breathing, increased heart rate, and confusion. Learn about the other symptoms of low oxygen, what causes it and what to do.