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Why do I experience chest pain when I breathe?

Chest pain when breathing can be due to conditions affecting your lungs or chest wall, such as inflammation of the lung lining (pleurisy) or musculoskeletal issues like costochondritis, and sometimes may be related to heart problems.

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Why do I experience chest pain while sleeping on my left side?

Lying on your left side may change the way your heart, lungs, and stomach are positioned, sometimes causing chest pain due to pressure, reflux, or other noncardiac issues.

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Why do I experience knee pain after running?

Knee pain after running can come from factors like muscle imbalances, stress on the joint, and problems with how the knee moves during running. Simple changes in training, strengthening, and technique may help reduce the pain.

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Why do I experience left side chest pain when coughing?

Coughing can strain the muscles and joints in your chest, causing pain on the left side, and it may be made worse by underlying lung issues like bronchiectasis or COPD.

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Why do I feel a lump in my lower abdomen when lying down?

When lying down, you might feel a lump in your lower abdomen due to benign factors such as fat deposits, scar tissue or a small hernia—often related to previous surgery or natural body physiology—that become more noticeable in a relaxed position.

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Why do I feel a lump in my stomach when doing sit ups?

During sit-ups, you may feel a lump in your stomach due to shifts in your abdominal tissues or fat, muscle strain or herniation, or even nerve entrapment such as ACNES, all of which can become more apparent during exercise.

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Why do I feel a lump in my stomach when I am lying down?

A lump you feel in your stomach when lying down might be due to a hernia, like a Spigelian hernia, or a benign growth such as a lipoma that becomes more noticeable when you change position.

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Why do I feel a lump in the middle of my stomach when lying down?

A lump in the middle of your stomach when lying down could be due to an abdominal wall hernia (such as a Spigelian hernia), a localized hematoma, or in rare cases, a vascular issue. It’s important to have it evaluated for a proper diagnosis.

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Why do I have a dull ache in my armpit and should I be concerned?

A dull ache in your armpit can be caused by minor issues like muscle tension or nerve irritation and is often not serious, but if it keeps happening or worsens, you should check with a doctor.

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Why do I have multiple lumps in my stomach fat?

Multiple lumps in your stomach fat are often due to lipomas, which are benign, non-cancerous growths of fat tissue. These are usually harmless, though any changes in size or discomfort should be evaluated by a doctor.

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Why does inner knee pain occur when bending the knee?

Inner knee pain when bending can happen because the tissues and nerves on the inside of the knee get stressed from repeated bending or due to wear and tear, such as in osteoarthritis or saphenous neuritis.

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Why does inner knee pain occur when sleeping?

Inner knee pain during sleep is often linked to joint issues like osteoarthritis and poor sleep quality. The pain can worsen at night due to inflammation, joint pressure, and the body’s reduced distractions from discomfort.

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Why does it itch inside when I pee?

Itching inside when you pee may be due to inflammation or irritation in the vaginal or urinary areas, often seen with infections like a yeast infection or a urinary tract infection.

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Why does knee pain occur when squatting and climbing stairs?

Knee pain during squatting and climbing stairs often happens because these activities put extra pressure on the front of the knee (the patellofemoral area), which can irritate the joint and soft tissues.

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Why does knee pain occur when squatting and standing up?

Knee pain during squatting and standing up often happens because of extra pressure on the kneecap and surrounding tissues due to how the knee joint moves and muscle forces are applied during these actions.

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Why does knee pain occur when squatting?

Knee pain during squatting can happen because the movement puts extra pressure on the knee joint, especially behind the kneecap, which may lead to irritation or strain.

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Why does knee pain occur when walking down stairs?

Knee pain when walking down stairs happens because the knee joint, especially the area behind the kneecap, experiences extra pressure during stair descent. This extra stress can cause pain, particularly if there is cartilage wear or joint damage.

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Why does my urethra itch and when should I see a doctor?

Itching in the urethra can happen for several reasons, like an infection or irritation. See a doctor if the itch lasts a long time, hurts when you pee, or if you have extra symptoms like fever or unusual discharge.

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Why does my urethral opening itch, and what can I do about it?

Itching at the urethral opening can result from different causes like infections, skin conditions, or irritation, and proper care or a doctor’s exam can help find the right treatment. It is important not to ignore the symptom if it continues or worsens.

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Why does pain occur at the top of the knee when squatting?

Pain at the top of the knee when squatting can happen because the knee’s soft tissues and bones get extra pressure or are not moving the right way during the exercise.

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Why is my bladder itchy, and what can I do about it?

Bladder itchiness can be caused by irritation or infection, and taking steps to keep the area clean and avoiding irritants may help. It's important to speak with a doctor if the symptoms continue.

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Why is my bladder opening itchy, and should I be concerned?

Itchy skin around the bladder opening can sometimes be from irritation or an infection, and it is important to have it checked if it does not go away.

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Why is my left lower abdomen swollen?

Swelling in the left lower abdomen can be caused by conditions like diverticular disease or diverticulitis, gas or bloating from digestive issues, constipation, or other changes in the abdominal tissues.

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Why is my right lower abdomen swollen?

Swelling in your right lower abdomen can be due to inflammation from conditions like appendicitis, enlarged lymph nodes from infection or inflammation, colitis, ovarian cyst or rupture, constipation, or even generalized abdominal bloating that may appear more pronounced in that area.

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Why is my urethra itchy as a female, and should I be concerned?

Itchy urethra in females can be caused by different factors like infections, irritation, or allergic reactions. If the itchiness persists, worsens, or comes with other symptoms, it’s important to see a doctor for evaluation.

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Why is my urethra itchy as a male, and what should I do?

An itchy urethra in men can be caused by infections or irritation, and it’s important to get checked by a doctor to know exactly why. You should talk to a healthcare professional if the itching continues, especially if you notice other symptoms.

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Why is the left side of the stomach bigger than the right?

The left side of your stomach is naturally larger than the right due to normal left-right asymmetry during embryonic gut development.

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Why is the lower left side of my stomach/abdomen larger?

A larger appearance in the lower left side of the abdomen is typically due to abdominal bloating—often caused by gas, fluid buildup, or changes in bowel habits—which can make one area seem more distended.

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Why might a male experience an itchy urethra with no discharge?

An itchy urethra with no discharge in a man can be due to mild inflammation or irritation of the urethra that is not caused by a severe infection. Other possibilities include non-infectious irritants or differences in the natural bacteria living in the urethra that may cause symptoms without forming pus.

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Why might I still experience chest pain after having a stent placed?

Even after having a stent placed, you might still feel chest pain due to factors such as narrowing in other parts of your heart, the stented area becoming narrow again, or other heart or non-heart issues. Talk to a doctor soon if you're still having chest pain.

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