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Anal Fissure: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

An anal fissure is a small tear or cut in the tissue lining the anus, causing symptoms like pain, discomfort, small amounts of bleeding, and burning with defecation (having a bowel movement). Read about the different types of anal fissures as well as treatment options, including self-care measures.

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Heel Spur: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Heel spurs are abnormal bony growths on the heel. They may be associated with symptoms such as sharp, stabbing pain in the heel. Causes include plantar fasciitis, flat feet, and rheumatoid arthritis. Treatment may involve rest, anti-inflammatories, and physical therapy. Read more about diagnosis and treatment.

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Polycythemia (Erythrocytosis): Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Polycythemia, or erythrocytosis, refers to an increase in red blood cell mass. This makes the blood thicker and increases the risk for heart attack and stroke. Symptoms include headache and dizziness. Treatment involves reducing the number of red blood blood cells. Learn more about causes, diagnosis, and treatment.

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Trichomoniasis: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment

Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the protozoan Trichomonas vaginalis. Symptoms include yellow or greenish discharge, pain and burning with urination, and vulvovaginal (genital) itching. Treatment involves the use of antibiotics like metronidazole. Learn about transmission and prevention.

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Vaginal Infections: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Vaginal infections can be caused by bacteria, fungi, parasites, or viruses and lead to symptoms like intense vaginal itching, redness, foul-smelling white discharge, genital warts and sores, and abdominal or pelvic pain. Learn about how vaginal infections are spread as well as treatment and prevention.

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Pleuritis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

Pleuritis is the inflammation of the pleura, which is the membrane that covers the lungs. It is commonly caused by infections or autoimmune diseases, and lead to symptoms such as chest pain, coughing and difficulty breathing. Learn more about what pleuritis is, the symptoms it can cause, and how it's diagnosed and tread.

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Urticaria Medication (Plus Home Remedies)

Urticaria medicine primarily consists of allergy medications like antihistamines and corticosteroids that help relieve symptoms of urticaria like swelling, itchiness, and a burning sensation of the skin. Home remedies include oatmeal baths and applying a chamomile compress. Read about medications and home remedies.

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Hydrops Fetalis: Diagnosis, Causes & Treatment

Hydrops fetalis is the accumulation of fluid in two or more fetal tissues or organs, such as the lungs, heart, abdomen, or skin. Diagnosis is made on prenatal ultrasound. Causes include blood-type incompatibility and congenital anomalies. Treatment may involve fetal surgery or early delivery. Learn about the two types.

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20 Foods To Avoid with Acid Reflux (& What To Eat Instead)

Foods to avoid with acid reflux include onions, beer, chili peppers, and coffee. This is because these foods contain substances like caffeine and alcohol that can irritate the stomach and cause stomach acid to splash back up into the esophagus. Read more about common triggers of acid reflux and what to eat instead.

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9 Tips to Relieve Knee Pain After Running

To relieve knee pain after running you can try applying a cold compress or a topical anti-inflammatory like ibuprofen or diclofenac. If necessary, you can also substitute walking for running until your pain improves. Learn about additional pain relief strategies for knee pain after running and when to see a doctor.

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Influenza: Online Symptom Checker, How it Spreads & Treatment

Influenza is a respiratory illness caused by different types of the influenza virus, such as influenza A (including H3N2 and H1N1) and influenza B. Symptoms include cough, runny nose, and sore throat. Treatment may include antipyretics, analgesics, and antiviral medications. Read about prevention and how it spreads.

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8 Causes of Facial Pain (& What to Do)

Facial pain can be caused by a blow to the face, sinusitis, a dental abscess, headache, temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ), or even trigeminal neuralgia, which is a type of very intense nerve pain. Read about other common causes of facial pain and how they are treated.

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13 Common Causes of Hand Pain (and What to Do)

Hand pain can be a symptom of conditions like tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or tenosynovitis, usually related to repetitive movements. Hand pain may also be a sign of autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. Read about 13 common causes of hand pain and how they are treated.

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Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV): Symptoms, How It Spreads & More

Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a virus that can cause respiratory infections. It presents with symptoms like a cough, fever, stuffy nose or shortness of breath, and more serious infections can develop into pneumonia or bronchiolitis, especially in children. Learn more about the symptoms of HMPV and how it spreads.

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Concussion: Symptoms, When to See a Doctor & Treatment

A concussion is an injury that affects the brain and can occur after head trauma, like a car accident. It can also occur with mild blows to the head, and can cause a headache, temporary memory loss and dizziness. Learn more about the symptoms of a concussion, how it should be treated and when to see a doctor.