Your Health Questions
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If your urethral opening is itchy, it’s important to monitor your symptoms and seek advice from a healthcare provider, as several causes such as irritation or an infection might be responsible.

Heartburn can feel different for people of different ages. Kids and teenagers can have heartburn that lasts longer and might continue as they grow up.

Healing a sprained ankle overnight is not realistic, but using rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE) can help reduce swelling and pain.

Greenish-yellow vaginal discharge is not typical and can be a sign of an infection.

A lump in the lower abdomen for females is commonly due to ovarian cysts, developmental issues like hematocolpos from an imperforate hymen, or other benign cysts, though rare causes like pancreatic lymphangioma can occur.

A dull ache under your left armpit can stem from a number of causes, including muscle strain, slight inflammation of lymph nodes, or even referred pain from your chest or heart area. It usually isn’t serious, but you should see a doctor if the pain lasts or comes with other worrisome signs.

Some studies hint that being physically active may help reduce testicle pain after procedures like varicocelectomy, but the effect of exercise can depend on the cause of the pain and how you exercise.

Water breaking usually feels like a sudden gush or steady trickle of fluid, which is different from the slow, tight feeling of Braxton Hicks contractions or other bodily fluids.

There is no strong evidence that creatine supplements cause hair loss. Studies suggest that creatine is generally safe and does not directly lead to hair loss.

People with photophobia can often find relief using tinted glasses, reducing bright light exposure, and treating any underlying conditions.

Numbness in the chest area can be due to a few different causes, such as nerve irritation from surgery or injury, issues with the cervical spine, or compression of nerves in the chest. You should see a doctor if experiencing this symptom.

Commonly, an upset stomach is caused by gas or bloating from benign causes like poor digestion of certain foods or additives.

Recurring fevers at night in adults may be caused by many different things like cancers, infections and autoimmune diseases.

Numbness from the shoulder to the arm can be caused by various conditions, and it can indeed affect only one arm. Understanding the potential causes is important for proper diagnosis and treatment.

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.

If you find a bump near your anus, it is best to get it checked by a healthcare provider to know what it is, especially if it is painful, changes size, or is accompanied by other symptoms.

Eating yogurt can help reduce diarrhea symptoms in children, as it is easier to digest than milk and may improve recovery.

Seek medical attention for a sprained ankle if you experience severe pain, cannot bear weight, notice significant swelling or bruising, or if the ankle looks deformed.

Heart palpitations are a sensation felt in your chest as though your heart was beating stronger or faster than usual.

Tylenol, or acetaminophen, is a commonly used over-the-counter medication for pain relief and fever reduction. It takes about 30-60 minutes to start working after taking it.

Sitting too long can make your muscles and joints stiff, so when you try to walk afterward, they may take time to “wake up” and work properly.

Diarrhea and an upset stomach occasionally can be treated with antibiotics for certain types of diarrhea. However proper oral rehydration is the mainstay of treatment.

Knee swelling without pain can happen because of things like bursitis or a build‐up of fluid from mild joint changes, rather than a strongly inflamed joint.

Swelling and pain in the testicle can be due to conditions that cut off blood supply to the testicle as well as inflammatory conditions or trauma. You should see a doctor immediately to evalute for possible emergencies.

Missing your period for three months and then having it return can come from a natural, but irregular, hormone cycle or other temporary factors like stress or weight changes.

After a shower, the prickling feel on your skin might be because your skin’s nerves get excited by changes like temperature or chemicals, making them send signals that feel like tiny needle pricks.

Yes, there is a strong connection between photophobia (light sensitivity) and migraine or headache disorders. Bright light can worsen headache pain, and many people with migraines experience discomfort when exposed to light.

Pain under your right ribs can be caused by problems related to the gallbladder, liver, or the muscles and joints near the rib cage. It is important to have this evaluated if it is severe or lasts a long time.

Numbness in the upper chest might happen because of pressure on the nerves from conditions like thoracic outlet syndrome, pectoralis minor syndrome, or intercostal neuralgia.

A lump on the perineum in males can be caused by a benign tumor or a cyst, such as a dermoid cyst, and it should be checked by a doctor who may recommend monitoring or even removal if needed.