Your Health Questions
Answered by Professionals

A shuffling walk can be an early sign of brain changes linked to dementia. Research shows that walking difficulties may predict future cognitive problems.

Anxiety can trigger physical changes like fast breathing, which sometimes leads to a tingling feeling all over the body. This sensation happens because your body’s stress response can alter how your nerves send signals.

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).

Doctors carefully watch both mom and baby, give medicine like antibiotics and steroids, and monitor for infections and other issues when a mother has preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM).

Brain fog from COVID-19 can start a few weeks after recovery, but the timing can vary a lot between people.

Brain fog from long COVID can last from several weeks to many months, and it can vary a lot from one person to another.

Knee pain can get better in a few weeks for some people, but for others it might last much longer. The time needed to feel better depends on the cause of the pain and the treatments used.

Research shows that brain fog is a common problem for people after COVID-19, with studies reporting that a good number of survivors experience issues with memory and concentration.

Many adults experience tingling at some point in their lives, but having a constant tingling all over the body is less common and often linked to specific health conditions.

Yes, many women feel like their water is going to break before it actually does, and this can sometimes be part of normal changes as your body prepares for labor.

Some tingling after a workout can be normal, but whole body tingling may sometimes suggest that your body is reacting to exercise stress, blood flow changes, or it could be linked to temporary nerve issues.

It can be normal to feel tingling during pregnancy because the body changes and can put extra pressure on nerves, but it’s important to talk with your doctor if you’re worried.

Yes, you can sprain your elbow from a fall. While falls can cause various types of injuries, an elbow sprain specifically occurs when the ligaments around your elbow get stretched or torn.

Leaking fluid doesn’t always mean labor is starting; sometimes it may be a small rupture of the membranes that doesn’t trigger active labor yet.

Paresthesia, or the pins and needles feeling, is usually not dangerous on its own, but if you notice sudden, severe, or additional alarming symptoms, it might need urgent medical care.

Some studies suggest that brain fog (trouble thinking clearly) and head pressure (often described as headache) might be connected, especially in people recovering from illnesses like COVID-19 and other conditions with shared symptoms.

There isn't one known cure for brain fog, but supportive care and medical therapy depending on the cause can help lessen the symptoms.

There is currently no known way to instantly clear brain fog. Most methods take time and work gradually to help reduce symptoms.

There isn’t one single test that diagnoses brain fog; instead, various tools and scales help measure its symptoms and effects.

If you think your water broke but aren’t having contractions, you should contact your healthcare provider right away for an evaluation.

Pain on the left side of your body can come from many places, such as the nerves, muscles, bones, joints, and even parts of your brain that help process pain.

Physiotherapy techniques—including stretching, strengthening, and massage—can help relieve elbow joint pain. Additional treatments may be needed depending on the underlying cause.

Electric shock sensations are sudden, sharp feelings like being zapped that can come from nerve injuries, medication changes, or other conditions. They may be related to actual electrical injury, side effects of certain drugs, or nerve damage.

Elbow pain occurs for several reasons—including tendon problems (like tennis elbow), injuries, and joint wear and tear. Understanding the cause of your elbow pain helps determine the best treatment approach.

Various factors can make walking difficult, including problems with the brain, spine, joints, or muscles that affect body movement and balance.

Taking care of your body and brain through a mix of healthy habits and targeted treatments can help lessen brain fog. Strategies like physical exercise, good sleep, brain training, and advanced treatments such as neurofeedback and non-invasive brain stimulation have shown promise.

Rest, gentle exercises, and medication can help relieve inner elbow pain by allowing your body to heal and strengthening the surrounding muscles.

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.

Non-radiating chest pain remains confined to one area and can stem from both cardiac and non-cardiac causes.

The brain’s inability to process information can be caused by injuries, illnesses, or problems like stress or poor sleep that affect how brain cells work.