Your Health Questions
Answered by Professionals

Seizures can be caused by drinking too much alcohol, brain problems e.g. trauma, structural central nervous system issues, or simply from lack of oxygen, e.g. from asthma.

Blood clots during heavy periods can be normal, but if they are large or frequent, it might be a sign of a problem and should be checked by a doctor.

Not all extra calories turn into fat. The body can use some calories for energy or store them in different ways.

Yes, fertility issues can often be genetic, with many cases linked to specific gene mutations that affect reproductive health.

Fever-induced seizures are rare in adults and are more commonly seen in children.

Period cramps and contractions during pregnancy are both caused by the uterus tightening, but they happen for different reasons and can feel different. Always reach out to a healthcare provider if cramps are severe, worsening, or if you have any concerns during pregnancy.

Sore nipples can be an early sign of pregnancy, but they are not a reliable or exclusive indicator because they also occur with other conditions like PMS.

Swollen tonsils can be contagious if caused by an infection, so it's important to practice good hygiene to prevent spreading it.

Treatments for face burning and tingling depends on the cause. If it is related to trigeminal nerve issues options include surgery and specialized procedures to relieve symptoms.

Eating junk food and having celiac disease may lead to heavier periods. Flax seeds may affect menstrual cycles too.

Yes, women’s nipples are generally more sensitive than men’s, mainly due to hormonal influences and the role nipples play in breastfeeding and reproduction.

Period pain usually starts when girls begin having their menstrual cycles, which can be as early as their teenage years.

Yes, a seizure-like event can happen during fainting, known as convulsive syncope.

Absence seizures are usually linked to epilepsy, but sometimes they can occur without an epilepsy diagnosis.

Anxiety can cause throat tightness, and it can be managed through psychotherapy and understanding vocal cord dysfunction.

Yes, babies can have seizures without a fever, caused by various conditions like epilepsy, brain injury, infections, or metabolic problems.

Fasting may help reduce diarrhea symptoms in certain conditions like collagenous colitis and irritable bowel syndrome, but more research is needed.

Febrile seizures are seizures that occur with a fever, so they do not occur without one.

Low vitamin D levels may affect your ability to get pregnant, as vitamin D plays a role in fertility.

Yes, menopause can lead to prolonged heavy bleeding, particularly during the menopausal transition, which is the period leading up to menopause known as perimenopause. This phase is characterized by hormonal fluctuations that can significantly affect menstrual patterns.

Yes, seizures can happen without having epilepsy. A single seizure doesn’t always mean someone has epilepsy.

Yes, some seizures happen without obvious convulsions and may involve subtle symptoms like staring spells, brief confusion, or unusual sensations.

Yes, snoring can sometimes cause the uvula to swell. This swelling can happen because the uvula gets irritated from the vibrations during snoring.

Swollen glands can cause jaw pain, especially if related to conditions like submandibular swelling or parotitis. Management involves addressing the underlying cause and may include medical treatment or lifestyle changes.

Mood disorders include a range of conditions like major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and others that affect a person's emotional state.

Yes, it's possible to get pregnant if you have endometriosis, although it may be more challenging.

Facial tingling can be a warning sign of serious conditions such as lacunar pontine stroke, Silent Sinus Syndrome, or numb chin syndrome, and should prompt medical evaluation.

Yes, overweight women can have more trouble getting pregnant due to how extra weight affects their body and hormones.

Having a seizure does not automatically mean you have epilepsy. Epilepsy is usually diagnosed after two or more unprovoked seizures.

Mood swings in ADHD are linked to difficulties in managing emotions, which can cause quick changes in feelings.