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Numbness in Left Arm; 7 Common Causes & What to Do

Updated in 04-28-2023

Many times, numbness in the left arm is associated with poor posture or positioning. However it can be a sign of a more serious condition, like a heart attack or stroke, especially if it presents with other symptoms. Learn more about what c.

ADHD Symptoms: First Signs (w/ Online Symptoms Checker & More)

Updated in 04-27-2023

ADHD, or attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder, is common in children and is characterized by signs of hyperactivity, impulsiveness or lack of attention. Learn more about the signs and symptoms of ADHD, or use our online symptom checker to test if your child is at risk of having ADHD.

Sternum Pain: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment

Updated in 03-29-2023

Sternum pain can occur due to inflammation of the cartilage that connects the ribs to the sternum, also known as costochondritis. Some patients report this pain as a pressure sensation, which can be confused for a heart attack. Learn more about the related symptoms, what causes sternal pain, and how to relieve it.

Anxiety Medication: Pharmacy Options & Home Remedies

Updated in 03-24-2023

Medications for anxiety that are commonly prescribed include antidepressants, anxiolytics and beta-blockers, as they help to relieve common symptoms. Check out our list of pharmacy medications that your doctor may recommend, as well as home.

Serotonin: What It’s For, Low Levels & Food List

Updated in 03-21-2023

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.

Why Do I Feel Nauseous? 11 Common Causes & What to Do

Updated in 03-15-2023

The urge to vomit can emerge after eat fatty foods or it can happen due to gastritis. It does not necessarily mean you will vomit, however nausea can persist and be uncomfortable. Learn more about why you may feel nauseous and how to relieve it.

Stress Rash: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Updated in 02-22-2023

A stress rash is an immune system response to emotions like stress and anxiety. It causes skin symptoms like itching and redness as well as systemic symptoms, like shortness of breath. Learn more about what causes stress rashes and how they are treated.

Purpura: 5 Types, Symptoms & Treatment

Updated in 02-14-2023

Purpura is a condition characterized by the emergence of red spots on the skin. They can occur due to blood vessel inflammation, aging or an auto-immune disease. Learn more about the types of purpura, what they look like and how they are treated.

Swollen Testicles: 7 Common Causes (& What to Do)

Updated in 01-31-2023

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 .

Green Phlegm: 9 Common Causes & What to Do

Updated in 01-18-2023

Green phlegm can occur with bacterial infections, like sinusitis, pneumonia or severe COVID-19 infection. It may also be an immune system response to an infection, and is often accompanied by symptoms like shortness of breath and a productive cough. Learn more about the causes of green phlegm and when to see a doctor.

8 Classic Signs of Alzheimer’s (w/ Online Symptom Quiz)

Updated in 01-10-2023

Memory loss, disorientation and language struggles are some of the classic symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. Learn more about the most common symptoms and complete our online symptom checker to assess your risk for Alzheimer’s .

Facial Swelling: 12 Causes, What to Do & 4 Treatment Options

Updated in 01-06-2023

Facial swelling can occur as a consequence of many situations, like after sleeping too much, following dental surgery, or with in infection. Learn more about what causes a swollen face and what you can do to treat swelling.

Throat Cancer: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Updated in 01-03-2023

Throat cancer refers to any tumor that grows in the larynx, pharynx, tonsils or any part of the throat. Learn more about the symptoms associated with throat cancer, what can cause it, and the treatment options available.

Low Blood Oxygen Levels: Symptoms, Causes & What to Do

Updated in 12-23-2022

Symptoms of low blood 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.

Rectal Bleeding: 6 Common Causes & What to Do

Updated in 12-07-2022

O sangramento anal pode ser sinal de hemorroidas, fissuras anais, proctite e, nos casos mais graves, câncer de ânus, sendo importante que o médico seja consultado para identificar a causa do sangramento e indicar o melhor tratamento. Veja o que pode ser o sangramento anal e o que fazer.

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