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Pain in the lower left back can have several causes, including muscle strain, unusual medical conditions, or specific physical activities. Understanding the cause can help in managing the pain effectively.

Sinus headaches at night can happen because of blocked sinuses, and these symptoms can worsen when lying down. There are medications available to prevent and reduce sinus headache symptoms. Keep in mind that the symptoms of a sinus headache can be similar to symptoms of other health conditions, so if your symptoms are severe or worsening, you should consult with a healthcare provider for a personalized medical assessment and treatment plan.

Tripping and falling can happen if your brain is busy with many tasks or if you have nerve problems in your feet.

Vomiting during a coughing fit can happen if you have asthma or if your cough is linked to obesity. Asthma can cause stomach problems, which might make you throw up when you cough a lot.

Vomiting bile during pregnancy could be related to liver issues, which sometimes occur due to changes in the body during pregnancy.

Men might leak urine after peeing due to a condition called post-micturition dribble, which can happen for various reasons, including previous surgeries or other medical conditions.

Itchy nipples without visible irritation might be due to conditions like nipple eczema or Paget's disease of the breast.

Sore nipples can be caused by Raynaud's phenomenon, caffeine, or nerve issues from the neck.

Nipple sensitivity before your period can happen due to hormonal changes that affect breast tissue, making them feel tender or sore.

Some women might leak pee during pregnancy because their growing baby puts pressure on the bladder, and hormonal changes can affect bladder control.

Someone with multiple myeloma might feel lightheaded when standing up because of a condition called orthostatic hypotension, where blood pressure drops when changing positions.

Someone with multiple myeloma might feel faint after eating due to changes in blood pressure or heart-related issues that can affect how blood flows in the body.

Vomiting and diarrhea can happen together because of infections like Salmonella, which affect the stomach and intestines at the same time.

Yes, women are more likely to experience Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) and dizziness compared to men.

Most babies typically can start to fall asleep on their own around 4 to 6 months of age, but this can vary for each child.

Yes, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) can cause multiple dizzy spells in a short period.

BPPV can cause dizziness, and looking at a computer screen might make it worse because of how your eyes and balance system work together.

Looking at screens can make dizziness worse for people with BPPV because screens can cause visual dizziness.

People with narcolepsy usually start to experience symptoms as a child, teenager, or young adult, but occasionally narcolepsy can develop and be diagnosed in people who are older. A key sign of narcolepsy is excessive daytime sleepiness. Also, some (but not all) people with narcolepsy can experience episodes of sudden muscle weakness usually triggered by strong emotions.

Auditory hallucinations are when a person hears something that others nearby would not hear. Examples of auditory hallucinations include speech (such as hearing voice commands or a spoken commentary) or sounds other than speech. Auditory hallucinations can impact daily life, functioning, and a person's well-being. If you are experiencing auditory hallucinations, talk to a healthcare provider.

Yes, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) can cause frequent dizziness, especially when you change positions like getting up or lying down.

Yes, BPPV can cause dizziness when looking both up and down due to changes in head position affecting the inner ear.

Tapping, or using mastoid vibration, may help with BPPV when used with certain head movements, but more research is needed to fully understand its effectiveness.

To stop dizziness from BPPV, specific head movements can help reposition the small crystals in your ear. Medications like meclizine or diazepam may also be used to manage symptoms.

BPPV causes sudden dizziness because tiny crystals in your ear move to places they shouldn't be, confusing your balance system.

Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) makes you feel off-balance because it affects your inner ear, which helps you stay steady.

Cataplexy is a sudden loss of muscle control linked to a certain type of narcolepsy (narcolepsy type 1). Episodes of cataplexy are often triggered by strong emotions like laughter, surprise, or anger.

Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder that causes excessive daytime sleepiness. It disrupts normal sleep patterns and can make people feel very tired during the day. Some people with narcolepsy also experience sudden muscle weakness (called "cataplexy"), but not all people with narcolepsy will have episodes of cataplexy.

BPPV episodes usually last less than a minute, but the dizziness can be unsettling.

In Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), people often feel like the room is spinning around them.