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Severe pain on the left side of your belly can come from many causes. Any severe pain that does not go away should be evaluated by a healthcare provider.

Low testosterone can be one reason for erectile dysfunction, especially in men with very low levels, but ED is usually caused by a mix of factors.

For men, symptoms may include discharge from the penis, burning with urination, and testicular pain. For women, symptoms may include vaginal discharge or bleeding as well as burning with urination. However, many men and women will have no symptoms with gonorrhea, which is why routine testing or testing after potential exposure is critical.

It's common for toddlers to have warm hands and feet, as their bodies are still learning how to control temperature and blood flow.

Not getting your period can happen for many reasons, such as pregnancy, changes in your hormone levels from stress or weight shifts, or certain health conditions.

Frequent nighttime urination during pregnancy is common due to your growing uterus pressing on your bladder and changes in your body that increase urine production. These normal shifts help prepare your body for your baby’s arrival.

Fingernail discoloration can be caused by fungal infections, certain medications, or even extra pigment, and you should see a doctor if the changes are new, worsening, or associated with other symptoms.

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

Yes, diarrhea is a recognized symptom of COVID-19, although it is less common than respiratory symptoms. It can occur in some patients and may be associated with the severity of the infection.

Hemorrhoids can sometimes make people feel like they haven’t completely finished their bowel movement, but this is not their most common symptom. Other factors, like constipation or pelvic floor problems, may also cause this feeling.

Depression can affect how well a person remembers things, causing memory problems in some people.

While new treatments are being investigated in clinical trials, there is not yet a FDA-approved cure for spinocerebellar degeneration disease, also known as spinocerebellar ataxia. Rather, treatment is focused on symptom management with medications for things like muscle spasms and maintenance of mobilty with exercise, physical and occupational therapy.

Tingling when trying to sleep might happen if a nerve is pressed or if your sleep position changes blood flow to certain parts of your body. Adjusting your sleep position and making sure you're comfortable may help, but talk to a doctor if it continues.

Short-term memory loss in young adults can happen because of several reasons like injuries to the brain, stress, sleep loss, congenital heart issues, or learning differences such as ADHD. These causes can disrupt how the brain processes and remembers information.

Severe abdominal pain and vomiting may be caused by stomach and intestinal infections, pancreas or gallbladder inflammation, stomach ulcers, or an intestinal blockage.

Menopause can lead to brain fog because changes in hormones, especially estrogen, affect brain functions like memory and clear thinking. Other factors like sleep issues and mood swings during menopause may also add to feeling mentally cloudy.

Lung cancer often metastasizes to the brain, liver, bones, and adrenal glands.

Your hands might feel hot and tight because of nerve issues like small fiber neuropathy, which can be seen in conditions such as erythromelalgia.

Sometimes stool can become hard even without constipation because factors like not getting enough water or fiber, medications, or how your body moves food through can change stool texture.

An infection near your fingernail, known as paronychia, is often treated with proper cleaning, warm soaks, and antibiotic creams, and in more serious cases, a doctor may need to drain it or prescribe oral antibiotics.

Fatigue is a tired feeling that can occur with many conditions, while depression is a mood disorder that not only brings tiredness but also sadness and loss of interest. Testosterone, a hormone found in higher levels in men, can affect mood, and low levels are sometimes linked with signs of depression rather than just simple fatigue.

Heat exhaustion is less severe and usually comes with heavy sweating and weakness, while heat stroke is more serious with high body temperature, confusion, and sometimes little or no sweating.

Periods can be delayed for many reasons, including pregnancy, stress, weight changes, and changes in hormone levels.

An itchy feeling in the bladder area can be linked to inflammation, irritation from certain bladder conditions, or even allergies that affect urinary function.

Weakness and pain in the arm can result from various causes, ranging from musculoskeletal issues to neurological conditions. Understanding these potential causes is essential for proper diagnosis and treatment.

You can't tell for sure if someone has low testosterone just by looking at their face, even though certain facial features might hint at changes.

Low testosterone can lower your energy and mood, which may decrease your motivation and work performance.

Feeling nauseous after eating can be caused by various factors, including digestive disorders, food intolerances, and psychological issues. Identifying the underlying cause is important for effective management and relief.

Treatments for brain fog generally focus on a mix of cognitive rehabilitation, lifestyle changes, and supportive therapies that aim to improve overall brain function and well-being. Researchers suggest that a multi-pronged approach can help manage symptoms, especially when brain fog is related to long-COVID or other underlying conditions.

Tonsillitis can be contagious, especially if it is caused by a viral or bacterial infection. Generally, individuals with tonsillitis should stay home from work or school until they have been on antibiotics for at least 24 hours if the cause is bacterial, or until symptoms improve if it is viral.