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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) mainly begins in older adults, with early signs typically emerging after the age of 50. As people get older, the risk of developing AMD increases.

Vaginal discharge changes throughout your menstrual cycle, but yellow-green discharge is not typical and might signal an infection or irritation that needs attention.

To treat a hair bump on the pubic area, you can use warm compresses, gentle cleansing, and possibly an over-the-counter cream to reduce irritation. Preventing future bumps involves using careful hair removal methods, proper exfoliation, and clean tools.

Tingling all over your body can be a sign of nerve irritation or damage, and it's a good idea to see a doctor if it lasts long or comes with other worrying symptoms.

Symptoms of congestive heart failure include shortness of breath, cough, chest pain, swelling in the stomach, swelling in the legs and overall decreased energy.

Skin picking can be a form of self-harm when it is done on purpose to relieve emotional pain or stress rather than unintentionally.

Sharp pain under your right armpit could come from swollen or irritated lymph nodes, infections, strained muscles, or skin issues that affect the sweat glands or nearby tissues.

Yes, sometimes sciatica can cause pain that reaches the testicle, but it is not common and other explanations must be considered.

In pancreatic cancer, changes in digestion can lead to stool that smells unusually foul or strong.

Knee pain with a certain movement can happen because parts of the knee—like the cartilage, ligaments, or tendons—might be worn down, inflamed, or injured. This can occur with conditions such as tendinitis, osteoarthritis, patellofemoral pain syndrome, or injury-related issues.

A lump at the hairline on the back of the neck can arise from various conditions, ranging from benign to more serious issues.

Numbness in the left pectoral muscle may happen when a nerve is irritated by a tight or overworked pectoral muscle (as in pectoralis minor syndrome) or when an intercostal nerve is involved (intercostal neuralgia).

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.

Pain on the inside of the knee can be caused by conditions like saphenous neuritis, pes anserine bursitis, or medial plica syndrome.

Certain herbs, such as those used in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine, are known to help treat diarrhea.

When your vision is hard to focus, it could be from common eye problems like needing glasses, eye strain, or other issues that affect how your eyes work. Getting an eye exam can help find the cause and guide proper treatment.

Exercises like eccentric strengthening and specific foot movements can help improve posterior tibial tendonitis by making the tendon stronger and reducing pain.

Hives and eczema are two distinct skin conditions that can appear similar but have different characteristics. Hives are typically raised blotches of red skin that are very itchy and occur all over the body. Eczema, on the other hand, is generally scaly red patches of skin at stereotypical places on the body.

Constant belching can be a sign of certain health conditions, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or aerophagia, which is swallowing too much air.

Hair loss in children can be caused by conditions like alopecia areata, fungal infections, or even stress. It's important to identify the cause to find the right treatment.

Chest tightness upon waking can be caused by breathing conditions such as asthma or COPD, as well as acid reflux.

If you are having chest pain on the left side, check for other serious symptoms and seek help immediately if the pain is severe or accompanied by signs of a heart attack.

A big bump on your lip could be a mucocele (salivary gland cyst), a benign tumor, or another type of oral lesion.

Blind spots in your vision look like small gaps or holes where you cannot see anything.

Knee pain can feel worse at night because natural body changes—like increased inflammation, joint stiffness from less movement, and poor sleep quality—can make pain signals seem stronger.

Yes, stress can indeed contribute to ear pain, and this phenomenon can be attributed to several physiological and psychological mechanisms.

Eating rice can help people with diarrhea feel better by improving digestion and nutrient absorption.

A red spot on your lip without a blister can sometimes be a sign of sun damage known as actinic cheilitis, which is a condition that needs monitoring. It might also be a harmless blood vessel or inflammation, but any changes in this spot should be checked by a doctor.

It seems that the large majority of people (>80%) will completely recover their sense of taste or smell in about one month after COVID infection.

A painless bump on your lip could be a harmless growth such as a mucocele. Evaluation by a doctor can help decide if treatment is needed.