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There is no strong evidence that pregnant women have specific food cravings solely because they are carrying a boy. Food cravings during pregnancy seem to be more about individual taste, hormonal changes, and personal experiences.

It is not uncommon for the lower back to hurt during a fever due to the body’s inflammatory response to infection and sometimes due to infection in the back itself.

Continuous headaches lasting for several days can be caused by a variety of factors, including tension-type headaches, migraines, medication overuse, and more serious underlying conditions. Understanding these potential causes is essential for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Limited elbow movement can occur when the joint becomes stiff from previous injuries, scar tissue, or arthritis.

A broken ankle and a sprain can both cause pain and swelling, but a broken ankle might have more severe pain and difficulty moving the foot. It's important to see a doctor for an accurate diagnosis.

Double voiding is a technique where you urinate, wait a little, and then try to go again to help empty your bladder completely.

Stomach pain and diarrhea soon after eating has several possible causes including gastritis (stomach inflammation), infections, and food intolerances.

Saliva dripping from the side of your mouth can happen when too much saliva is made or when you have trouble swallowing it, which is often seen with certain nerve or muscle problems.

While right-sided chest pain is often less linked to heart problems, you should be concerned if the pain is severe, persistent, or comes with other worrisome symptoms like difficulty breathing, fever, or dizziness.

Random pain under your fingernail without a clear injury might be due to a mild nail infection or subtle age-related changes that make your nail more sensitive.

Tingling all over your body can be the result of nerves sending extra or mixed-up signals. This may be caused by conditions that affect your nerves, natural chemicals, or even temporary situations when you put pressure on your body.

Pain at the front of the knee when going down stairs is often due to patellofemoral pain syndrome, a common condition where the kneecap does not move smoothly on the thigh bone. This can be caused by factors such as muscle weakness, improper alignment, overuse, or previous injury.

Outer elbow pain during arm movement is often caused by lateral epicondylitis—commonly known as tennis elbow. This condition occurs when the tendons on the outer elbow become strained or injured.

A numb feeling in your chest may be harmless but can sometimes signal a serious problem when it occurs with other symptoms like chest pain or breathing trouble. It's important to get medical help right away if you have these additional signs.

Loose ankles, often due to joint issues, can be managed by addressing underlying problems and using technology for assessment.

Fever alone is not necessarily harmful. However, taking a medication like TylenolⓇ (acetaminophen) is a good option if you aren’t feeling well due to the fever.

If hives are suspected, it is generally advisable to start by seeing a primary care doctor. They can evaluate your symptoms, provide initial treatment, and determine if a referral to a specialist, such as an allergist or dermatologist, is necessary based on the severity and persistence of the condition.

Yes, rarely, an ear infection can lead to facial numbness due to complications involving the facial nerve.

After diarrhea, it's important to eat easily digestible foods and stay hydrated. Foods like rice, bananas, and toast can help you feel better.

Light but persistent bleeding outside of your normal period isn't typical and warrants a visit to your doctor. While it might not be serious, it's important to rule out any underlying issues.

Feeling tightness in your chest can be a sign that something is affecting your heart, breathing, or digestive system, and it’s important to have it checked if it worries you.

White, stringy mucus in your eye is often a sign of dryness, irritation, or allergies that cause your eye to produce more protective mucus.

Periodic right-side abdominal pain can be due to a number of issues. The location of the pain and associated symptoms may be helpful in identifying the cause.

Brown spotting when wiping often means that older blood is coming out. This is not typically a cause for concern.

If you wake up and suspect your water broke while you were sleeping, it's important to contact your healthcare provider right away to get checked out.

A hernia may show up as a noticeable lump in your abdomen that can hurt or feel heavy, especially when you cough, lift, or strain. If the lump feels painful, increases in size, or comes with other symptoms like redness or nausea, it’s important to see a doctor.

Yellow eye mucus is often a sign of an infection or irritation, and treating it usually involves keeping the eye clean and, if needed, using medications as directed by a doctor.

A tingly feeling in the whole body can occur when nerves send confusing signals due to different reasons like neuropathy or exposure to certain chemicals. You should see a doctor if this sensation is worsening, lasts a long time, or if you also notice other symptoms.

One possible cause of throbbing pain under your fingernail without an injury is a glomus tumor, which is a small, benign growth that can cause intense pain.

Using supportive pillows and adjusting your sleeping position can help relieve elbow pain at night. A few simple changes to how you sleep can reduce stress on your elbow, helping you rest more comfortably.