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IT band syndrome causes knee pain by creating friction where the band rubs against the bone at the outside of the knee, leading to irritation and inflammation.

A hysterectomy at the age of 40 can lead to several potential side effects, including hormonal changes, physical complications, and emotional impacts. While many women experience relief from symptoms that led to the surgery, it is important to be aware of the possible risks and changes that may occur post-surgery.

If you find a hard lump under the skin near your anus, it could be things like an abscess, a cyst, or even hardened hemorrhoids. It's a good idea to have it checked by your healthcare provider to make sure you get the right treatment.

Electric shock sensations feel like sudden, jolt-like zaps or shocks that run through parts of your body. They can be caused by nerve injuries, certain medications, or conditions affecting the spine or nerves.

COVID-19 can cause sudden difficulty walking in children by affecting muscle strength and nerve coordination, though such cases are rare.

Boost your brain’s information processing by getting regular exercise, challenging your mind, and taking care of your overall health.

If you see blood when blowing your nose, gently press the soft part of your nose and lean forward. If the bleeding does not stop after 10 minutes or you feel worried, contact a healthcare provider.

Some blood pressure medicines—especially older ones like certain beta blockers and centrally acting agents (for example, reserpine)—have been linked to memory loss, though not everyone experiences this side effect.

Pain under your fingernail can mean that something is wrong beneath the nail, such as a small injury that has caused blood to pool (subungual hematoma) or, less commonly, a small benign growth like a glomus tumor. It's important to pay attention to the pain and get it checked if it does not get better.

Yes, a zinc deficiency can lead to changes in your fingernails, such as making them brittle or causing discoloration, and it can be corrected with dietary adjustments or zinc supplements under professional guidance.

Left untreated, tenosynovitis can lead to joint stiffness, chronic pain and loss of range of motion that may necessitate surgery to try and repair.

Gentle stretches like quad, hamstring, and calf stretches can help ease knee pain by making the muscles around the knee stronger and more flexible. These exercises may lessen discomfort and improve knee movement.

Shuffling your feet while walking may stem from minor causes like ill-fitting footwear or from more serious coordination and balance issues. Physical therapy and other treatments can help improve your walking pattern.

Recovery from a Mycoplasma pneumonia infection typically takes 1 to 3 weeks, depending on the severity of the infection and the individual's overall health. Treatment usually involves antibiotics, which can help alleviate symptoms and speed up recovery.

Yes, PTSD can lead to problems with memory. Research shows that people with PTSD may have difficulty remembering important details and events, both from the trauma and from everyday life.

More frequent periods may happen if your hormones are off, such as from thyroid problems, starting a new birth control, or extra body fat, which can change how your body builds and sheds its uterine lining.

Keep the area clean and avoid picking the pimple; using warm compresses and gentle over-the-counter treatments can help prevent infection.

A persistent feeling of fullness in the rectum can be caused by problems in the anal area, especially by swollen veins (hemorrhoids) or other nearby conditions.

To manage exhaustion during pregnancy, try balancing rest with gentle exercise, a healthy diet, and good sleep habits. Simple muscle strengthening exercises may help boost energy and reduce fatigue.

Lower abdominal pain can happen for many reasons, from problems in your intestines or urinary system to issues with muscles or, in females, the reproductive organs.

Electric tingles, felt as shock-like sensations, can be caused by nerve injuries, changes in electrolyte levels, or conditions linked to cancer. Treatment depends on the cause, such as correcting electrolyte imbalances, treating nerve injuries, or managing the underlying illness.

Yes, feeling depressed can make you very tired, and low testosterone might also add to fatigue and mood changes.

Finding a little blood in your snot in the morning can be due to mild nasal dryness or irritation that happens overnight and is often not a serious problem.

Taking care of your body with enough sleep, exercise, and a healthy diet, along with practicing mental exercises and stress reduction techniques, can help improve your brain's processing and learning abilities.

Sudden pain under a fingernail is often due to a hidden injury that leads to a small blood collection, called a subungual hematoma, or it may come from an infection around the nail. Monitoring the area and treating the pain at home is often sufficient, but if the pain worsens or other symptoms appear, a doctor should be consulted.

There are several reasons why you might feel like you can’t walk properly. It could be related to problems with the brain, nerves, muscles, or joints.

A prickly feeling in your body means your nerves may be sending extra or abnormal signals, and you should be concerned if it lasts or comes with other symptoms.

Pain in the lower right abdomen after a hysterectomy can come from a few causes, including nerve injury, scar tissue (adhesions), or other complications that might affect nearby organs.

Morning sickness is thought to be caused by the changes in hormones during early pregnancy, and it can be eased by eating small, frequent meals, staying well-hydrated, and using safe remedies like ginger or vitamin B6 after talking to your doctor.

If your period hasn't come for 3 months and you're not pregnant, it's important to speak with a healthcare provider to find out why and to keep your health on track.