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Perineal pain in men is often related to issues like chronic prostatitis, pelvic floor muscle tension, or chronic pelvic pain syndrome. Treatment usually includes lifestyle changes, medications, and sometimes physical therapy to help ease the pain but should be evaluated by a physician.

Perineal pain is often caused by childbirth-related tears or an episiotomy, and it can be managed with pain medications like NSAIDs, cold packs, sitz baths, and proper rest.

Smelly vaginal discharge can often be caused by infections like bacterial vaginosis or trichomoniasis and sometimes other changes in the natural balance of bacteria.

Excessive saliva, or sialorrhea, can be associated with several medical conditions that affect the mouth, throat, or nervous system.

There are several causes of vaginal bumps, including gland cysts like a Bartholin gland cyst, genital warts from HPV, and other less common growths. You can help prevent some of these by practicing good hygiene, safe sex, and regular check-ups.

A hard lump on the anus can be caused by conditions ranging from benign growths to premalignant or malignant lesions, and if it appears suspicious, a biopsy is often recommended to determine its nature.

A lump near the anus can be caused by swollen veins (hemorrhoids), an infection (perirectal abscess), or even a tumor, and doctors use things like a physical exam and sometimes imaging or a biopsy to tell them apart.

Frothy vaginal discharge is most often linked to an infection called trichomoniasis, but a few other factors might also cause it.

Left lower abdominal pain in females can have many causes, including issues with the ovaries or other parts of the reproductive system, as well as gastrointestinal problems like diverticulitis.

Drooling while awake can happen when the body produces extra saliva or when swallowing isn’t working well, often due to neurological problems or side effects from medications.

A perianal abscess is an infection near the anus that causes pain, redness, and swelling, and it is treated by draining the pus and sometimes using antibiotics.

Perianal tumors can show up as lumps near the anus and may cause symptoms like bleeding, pain, or changes in the skin. Treatment depends on whether the tumor is benign, premalignant, or malignant and might include surgery, radiation, or other therapies.

A lump on the perineum can be caused by infections, abnormal tissue growths, or congenital issues. Treatment can range from medications and minor procedures to surgical removal, depending on the cause.

Treatment of small red bumps on the lips depends on the cause.

A drooling sensation on one side of your mouth may happen when the nerves or muscles on that side do not manage saliva as well as the other side, sometimes due to neurological conditions like Parkinson’s disease.

A feeling of drooling on one side of your mouth may be caused by uneven saliva control due to nerve or muscle issues that affect one side more than the other.

Drooling from the corners of your mouth can happen when extra saliva builds up and isn’t swallowed, often because of conditions like burning mouth syndrome or side effects from medications.

Drooling on one side of the mouth can result from uneven muscle or nerve control, side-specific gland activity, or the impact of certain medications on saliva production.

Hip pain when sitting cross-legged can result from tight muscles, such as the piriformis, or extra stress on your hip and nearby joints. Stretching, adjusting your sitting position, and using support can often help ease the discomfort.

Saliva can build up in the corner of your mouth when the normal swallowing process is reduced or if your mouth muscles and nerves aren’t fully controlling the saliva flow.

Slight drooling from the corners of the mouth while awake can occur when saliva builds up due to decreased swallowing or slight muscle and nerve changes.

The feeling of drooling at the corner of your mouth may be caused by conditions that increase saliva production or affect how you control saliva, such as burning mouth syndrome or neurological conditions like Parkinson’s disease.

Twitching under the right rib cage without pain is most often caused by small, involuntary muscle contractions, which can be due to things like stress, muscle fatigue, or electrolyte changes.

Excessive drooling while sleeping can happen when you swallow less during sleep along with conditions that affect muscle control, such as Parkinson’s disease or other neurological issues.

Excess saliva can be a sign of conditions that affect the nerves, mouth, or salivary glands, like certain neurological diseases or burning mouth syndrome.

A bump next to the anus might be an external hemorrhoid or a small abscess, and it is usually checked with a physical exam by your healthcare provider.

A hard bump on your lip line can be caused by several different things, such as pimples, epidermoid cysts, or inflammatory conditions.

A lump inside the anus can be due to common issues like hemorrhoids, especially if a clot has formed, or less commonly, other causes such as an abscess or even a tumor. It is important to have it checked by a doctor if it is painful, persistent, or changing

A lump near the anus in males can show many things, ranging from common issues like hemorrhoids or infections, to rarer concerns such as lymphoma or metastasis. See a doctor if the lump is persistent, growing, painful, or accompanied by other symptoms.

A painless bump on your lip could be a harmless growth such as a mucocele. Evaluation by a doctor can help decide if treatment is needed.