Your Health Questions
Answered by Professionals

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

Green discharge is not common with a yeast infection. Yeast infections usually cause thick, white, cottage cheese–like discharge, not green discharge.

Greenish vaginal discharge in pregnancy is not usually normal and can be a sign of an infection. It’s important to have it checked by a doctor for proper evaluation and care.

Greenish-yellow vaginal discharge is not typical and can be a sign of an infection.

A greyish white vaginal discharge without an odor is usually not a problem. However, it’s important to watch for other symptoms or changes to be sure everything is okay.

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

It is common for a baby’s hands and feet to feel warm even when the baby does not have a fever. This is usually due to normal blood flow differences and the way a baby’s body manages temperature.

Abdominal pain is a common experience that can occur for lots of reasons, and in many cases, it is not a sign of a serious health problem.

Some vaginal discharge is normal during pregnancy, but a strong or foul smell might be a sign of an infection that needs evaluation.

Some yellow discharge during pregnancy might be normal, but if it’s accompanied by other symptoms like odor, itching, or discomfort, it could point to an infection that needs evaluation.

Light yellow vaginal discharge is often normal, especially if it has no odor or discomfort, but changes in your body should always be monitored.

Skin picking can be a form of self-harm when it is done on purpose to relieve emotional pain or stress rather than unintentionally.

Yes, there can be a connection between sweating and drooling during sleep because both are controlled by your body's autonomic system.

Yes, there is a condition called erythromelalgia where your hands and feet may feel very hot, often along with redness and pain.

Any upper respiratory infection, including COVID-19, can cause blood-tinged nasal mucus.

Yes, there can be a relationship between diarrhea and testicle pain in certain cases.

White foamy discharge without odor is not usually a sign of a serious problem, especially if you don't have any other symptoms.

Vaginal discharge changes throughout your menstrual cycle, but yellow-green discharge is not typical and might signal an infection or irritation that needs attention.

Yellow-green vaginal discharge can be a sign of an infection, which means your body is fighting off germs that are changing the usual clear or white discharge.

A yellowish-green discharge after giving birth is not usually normal and may signal an infection. It is important to talk to a doctor if you notice this color or have other symptoms.

Warm hands and feet in your toddler without a fever are usually normal and not a cause for immediate concern.

Yes, normal vaginal discharge can have a gentle smell—often described as mildly acidic or musky—which comes from the natural bacteria living in your vagina.

Vaginal odor is often caused by infections like bacterial vaginosis where a substance called trimethylamine is produced. Other common reasons include different types of vaginitis and changes in the balance of bacteria.

To reduce sleeping drooling, you can use a combination of medications, sleep position adjustments, and exercises to help improve saliva control.

Some underlying conditions that cause hot hands and feet include nerve and blood vessel issues, such as palmar hyperhidrosis and hot foot syndrome.

There are many safe ways to deal with strong feelings instead of hurting yourself. A mental health professional can help you develop a personalized plan.

A pimple near the anus can be a minor skin issue often caused by blocked pores or mild irritation. Gentle home care—like cleaning with warm water, using warm compresses, and applying mild over-the-counter treatments—may help, but seek medical care if it worsens or shows signs of infection.

A lump on the perineum in females can be caused by benign conditions such as an epidermoid cyst, endometriosis, or a soft-tissue tumor like a myoma, and doctors usually diagnose these with a physical exam, imaging tests, and sometimes a tissue biopsy.

Hot hands and feet can be caused by normal changes in blood flow, overactive sweat glands, or reactions like hand-foot syndrome.

Irregular periods often happen due to changes in hormones. Issues like thyroid problems, stress, too much exercise, and not eating enough can all contribute to changes in your cycle.