Your Health Questions
Answered by Professionals

A lump on the left side of your stomach under the ribs could come from a small hole in the muscles from coughing (a hernia), or from a growth in the rib area like a tumor, or from a distended stomach.

A painful lump in the abdomen can be caused by different conditions like cysts, tumors, or bleeding in the area. It is important to see a doctor to understand the exact reason and get the right treatment.

A tightening sensation in the chest can come from several causes, including asthma, acid reflux effects, muscle tension, or anxiety.

Tingling along with knee pain can be a sign of nerve irritation or neuropathic-like pain, which sometimes happens with knee osteoarthritis and inflammation. This result may occur when the nerves around the knee become overly sensitive or are affected by joint changes.

An itchy urethra and anus in males can be caused by infections such as sexually transmitted infections or fungal skin infections, as well as irritants that cause inflammation.

An itchy urethra in females that is not caused by an STD might be due to irritation or an allergic reaction from chemicals in products, physical trauma, or other non-infectious conditions.

An itchy urethra in males that isn’t due to an STD can be caused by a local irritation or a non-gonococcal infection from bacteria that are not spread mainly through sex.

Bladder itching can be a sign of a urinary tract infection or a condition like interstitial cystitis, and relief usually comes from treating the underlying issue. Treatment might include antibiotics for infections or lifestyle changes and medications for bladder pain syndrome.

Both chest and stomach pain at night may be caused by issues such as acid reflux (GERD), esophageal muscle problems, or even conditions that mimic reflux symptoms like asthma.

Burping and left side chest pain can be caused by heart problems like angina, but they may also come from issues with the esophagus or stomach, such as acid reflux.

Chest pain and sweating at night can be a sign of a heart problem or a lung issue, such as a pulmonary embolism.

In children, chest pain at night is usually not from a heart problem but can be linked to stress, anxiety, muscle strains, or a change in how their body regulates blood flow.

In women, chest pain at night can be linked to heart issues that show up differently than in men, and it can also be related to sleep disturbances, stress, or other non-heart problems.

Chest pain on the left side when breathing is often caused by inflammation in the lining of the lungs (pleurisy), but it can also be related to heart problems, muscle strain, or rib injuries.

Intermittent chest pain can be caused by non-cardiac issues like acid reflux or muscle strain, but it may also result from heart problems or nerve-related conditions.

Chest pain that spreads to the left arm is most often linked to heart problems, especially a heart attack due to coronary artery disease. You should seek immediate medical care if you have this symptom.

Chest pain that radiates to the neck may be a sign of heart trouble, such as a heart attack, or it might come from neck or spinal issues like cervical angina.

Itching around the vulva and urethra can be caused by infections like yeast infections or by irritation from hormones and chemicals. Other causes are possible, such as more serious infections or skin diseases to be aware of.

Knee pain with numbness in the leg and foot can sometimes happen if a nearby nerve, like the tibial nerve, is irritated or compressed.

Knee pain when pressure is applied may be caused by various issues such as inflammation, infection, injury, or swelling of the tissues around the knee, including conditions like patellofemoral pain syndrome, arthritis, meniscal injury, or knee effusion.

Knee pain when walking can come from different causes, such as joint damage, extra weight, and health conditions like diabetes. These factors can change how the knee feels while you move.

Knee pain with numbness in the lower leg may be caused by nerve problems. This can happen when nerves, such as the sciatic or peroneal nerve, are compressed or injured.

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.

Left lower belly pain during pregnancy can result from conditions like deep vein thrombosis, uterine rupture (especially in women with previous cesarean sections), ovarian cyst or rupture, or, less commonly, an ectopic pregnancy.

Pain at the back of your knee can be caused by several different issues, including injuries, arthritis, or swelling in the joint.

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.

One possible cause is synovial plica syndrome, where a fold in the knee’s membrane becomes irritated, but other issues like past injuries or early osteoarthritis can also lead to pain at the top of the knee when bending.

Pain below the kneecap can come from a few different problems, such as patellofemoral syndrome or issues with the cartilage under the kneecap. Other causes include overuse, misalignment of the kneecap, and sometimes inflammation of the tendons or bursae around the knee.

Pain between the rib cage can be caused by problems like costochondritis, where the cartilage connecting your ribs becomes inflamed, or by intercostal neuralgia, which is nerve pain in the spaces between your ribs.

Pain in the lower right side of your stomach might be due to common problems like appendicitis or other conditions affecting your intestines or colon. Other causes could include, gas, constipation, right-sided diverticulitis, ovarian cyst rupture or torsion.