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Light sensitivity in one eye can happen for several reasons, including inflammation of the optic nerve (optic neuritis) or retinal issues. It's important to see a doctor to figure out exactly what might be causing your symptoms.

Sometimes, pain on just one side of your body happens because our brains and nerves process pain a bit differently on each side. Treatment depends on the cause, so it's important to get a proper evaluation from a healthcare provider.

Knee swelling after running may be caused by overuse injuries such as patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner’s knee), patellar tendonitis (jumper’s knee), or early signs of osteoarthritis. These conditions can lead to inflammation and fluid buildup in the knee joint.

Pain on the inside of the ankle can be caused by injuries to ligaments or instability in the joint. It can also happen after a sprain on the outside of the ankle.

Not fully emptying the bowel can lead to gas buildup in the gut, which makes the belly feel bloated.

It’s relatively common to notice a hard lump under the belly button after a C-section, often due to scar tissue formation, incisional hernia, or sometimes endometriosis involving the scar.

Producing a lot of saliva can be a normal reaction or sometimes a sign that your body is trying to protect or clean your mouth, but in some cases, it might indicate an underlying issue.

Depersonalization is when a person feels like they are watching themselves from the outside, as if they are not really in their own body.

Premature rupture of membranes (PROM) is defined as the breaking of the protective amniotic sac before labor begins, and if it happens before 37 weeks of pregnancy, it is known as preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM).

Self-harm often follows a cycle that starts with strong, overwhelming feelings, followed by an urge to hurt oneself, a brief sense of relief after self-harming, and then feelings of shame or guilt that can lead back to more self-harm.

Pain in the lower right abdomen under the ribs may be due to issues with the gallbladder, liver, or other causes.

A bump on the inside of your lip can be a harmless small cyst called a mucocele or an aphthous ulcer from irritation or trauma. Although many bumps are not serious, it’s important to watch for changes like growth, pain, or changes in color and have a doctor check it if you’re worried.

Anxiety can cause a tight feeling in the chest by making you breathe too quickly, increasing heart rate, and tensing your muscles, all of which create a sensation of constriction.

Lower abdominal pain can be caused by many things, including problems with the digestive system, conditions affecting the reproductive organs, or other causes.

Sore throat, or pharyngitis, without a fever can be caused by a variety of things like infections, seasonal allergies and acid reflux.

Self-harm may provide temporary relief but leads to serious long-term problems.

Certain factors like infections, a history of early water breaking, and other health or lifestyle issues can increase the risk of premature rupture of membranes.

Pain in the right rib area can happen because the nerves between the ribs become irritated (intercostal neuralgia), the cartilage connecting the ribs to the breastbone gets swollen (costochondritis), or because one or more ribs move out of place (painful rib syndrome).

Radiating chest pain can stem from heart conditions such as heart attacks or angina, although musculoskeletal problems and nerve disorders can also cause pain to spread.

A painless white bump on your lip is often a benign finding, such as a milia, which is a tiny cyst filled with keratin. It’s usually not harmful, but a healthcare professional can examine it if you're worried.

Left side muscle pain under the ribs can be caused by problems with the ribs, muscles, or nerves, like twelfth rib syndrome, intercostal neuralgia, rib syndrome, or inflammation where the ribs join the breastbone (costochondritis).

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.

For lower abdominal pain caused by viral gastroenteritis (commonly known as the stomach flu), the primary treatment focuses on symptom relief rather than specific medications. Over-the-counter medications can help alleviate pain and discomfort, but it is essential to stay hydrated and allow the body to recover.

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.

Ingrown nails may happen from cutting nails improperly, wearing tight shoes, or through minor injuries. You can help prevent them by trimming nails straight across and choosing well-fitting, comfortable shoes.

Steps to improve incomplete bowel elimination include lifestyle modifications, appropriate medication use, and sometimes biofeedback therapy to help the muscles work better during bowel movements.

Depersonalization feels like you are watching yourself from the outside, as if you are not really part of your own body.

Drooling on one side of the mouth can result from uneven muscle or nerve control, side-specific gland activity, or the impact of certain medications on saliva production.

Yes, it is fairly common to feel armpit pain after getting a vaccine due to the injection and the immune system's reaction.

Ankle pain without swelling can be caused by chronic issues like recurrent sprains or conditions affecting the front of the ankle, often seen in sports activities.