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11 Symptoms of a Kidney Problem (with online quiz)

Updated in 05-02-2024

Increased urge to urinate, leg swelling, body itching or frequent fatigue can all indicate kidney problems. Learn about the other signs and symptoms that you should be aware of that can indicate that the kidneys are not functioning properly.
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10 Parasite Symptoms (w/ Online Symptoms Quiz) & Treatment

Updated in 04-30-2024

Parasite symptoms can abdominal pain, diarrhea, bloating and anal itching, and can vary depending on the parasite identified. Learn more about the top 10 parasite symptoms that can occur with an intestinal infection (including how symptoms present in babies and children) plus how this condition is diagnosed and treated.
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Memory Loss: 9 Causes (& How to Treat)

Updated in 04-19-2024

Memory loss is most often associated with anxiety, but it can also be caused by various conditions such as depression, sleep disorders or medication use. Check out the most common causes of memory loss and how it can be treated.
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Vaginal Dryness: 10 Common Causes (& What to Do)

Updated in 04-16-2024

Vaginal dryness can occur due to common hormonal changes that occur due to breastfeeding or menopause, but it can also arise due to allergies, anxiety, or even lack of stimulation during sex. Learn more about what causes vaginal dryness and what to do to treat it.
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Egg White Discharge: Top 3 Causes & When to See a Doctor

Updated in 04-16-2024

Egg white discharge is usually cervical mucus, which is mostly noted during the fertile window and ovulation. It can also occur during pregnancy, or soon after fertilization. Learn more about what egg white discharge means, what causes it and when to see a doctor.
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8 Thyroid Symptoms You Should Tell Your Doctor

Updated in 04-15-2024

Thyroid symptoms like throat discomfort, difficulty concentrating and hair loss may be a sign of hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism. Check-out which thyroid symptoms you should monitor, and how they can be treated, and learn about the thyroid symptoms that can emerge in pregnancy.
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Brittle Nails: 9 Common Causes (& What To Do)

Updated in 04-12-2024

Brittle nails may be a sign of hypothyroidism, a skin disease or anemia. Therefore, it is important to see your doctor if you notice your nails are easily breaking or visibly changing. Learn about the most common causes of brittle nails and what to do .
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HIV Symptoms: Acute Phase, Chronic Phase & AIDS Symptoms

Updated in 04-09-2024

HIV symptoms can vary depending on the phase of the infection, whether it is the acute phase (which occurs initially), the chronic or latency phase, or the AIDS phase. The initial symptoms of HIV are headaches, fever, fatigue, sore throat and joint pain. Learn about the HIV symptoms that can occur and how it is treated.
Illustrative image of the article Bitter Taste in Mouth: 13 Causes, Symptoms & How to Treat

Bitter Taste in Mouth: 13 Causes, Symptoms & How to Treat

Updated in 04-08-2024

A bitter taste in the mouth can occur for many reasons ranging from simpler problems, such as poor oral hygiene, to more serious problems, such as a yeast infection or acid reflux. Learn about the symptoms associated with a bitter taste in the mouth as well as how to treat these conditions.
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Pain Under Right Rib Cage: Top 9 Causes

Updated in 04-04-2024

Pain under the rib cage can be caused by a diaphragm spasm, stones in the right kidney or gallbladder, hepatitis, gastritis, pancreatitis and pleuritis. Check out the main causes of pain under the right rib cage and what to do.
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Sores in Nose: 15 Common Causes & What to Do

Updated in 04-02-2024

Sores in the nose can appear for many reasons, like allergies, pimples or a runny nose, which are generally easy to treat. Scabs that do not heal and bleed persistently should be assessed by a doctor, as they can indicate other conditions, like an infection or cancer. Learn more about what causes sores in the nose.
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Endometriosis Symptoms (In the Bladder, Bowels or Ovaries)

Updated in 03-27-2024

Endometriosis is a condition syndrome in which the tissue that lines the uterus, known as the endometrium, grows in other places within the abdomen, such as the ovaries, bladder, or bowels. Find out how to identify the main symptoms of endometriosis that speaks to other areas.
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High Cholesterol Symptoms: 4 Signs to Look Out For

Updated in 03-27-2024

Normally, high cholesterol does not cause any symptoms, however excess cholesterol circulating in the blood can lead to fatty deposits in the liver, leading to the emergence of small, elevated skin growths, among other signs. Learn about the 3 signs to be aware of and how cholesterol can be managed.
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Itchy Scalp: 8 Common Causes & What to Do

Updated in 03-18-2024

An itchy scalp can occur for many reasons, like anxiety or stress, a fungal infection, seborrheic dermatitis, lice or allergies. It can often be treated with mild shampoos or other prescription medications. Learn more about what causes an itchy scalp and what you can do to treat it.
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Itchy Legs: 9 Common Causes & What to Do

Updated in 03-18-2024

Itchy legs is a relatively common symptoms that is related to bad circulation in most cases. However, it can also be a result of many other situations that can range from mild, like dry skin, to more serious, like a liver problem. Learn about the common causes of itchy legs and how to relieve it.