Ticks are small parasites that feed on the blood of humans and other warm-blooded animals. They are most active in late spring, summer, and early fall. Tick bites can lead to red, raised spots on the skin, swelling, and sometimes pain. Redness surrounding the bite is a main sign of a tick bite. imageBROKER/Robert Haasmann…
Metastatic prostate cancer is also referred to as stage 4 or advanced prostate cancer. It’s cancer that began in the prostate, a gland located under the bladder of people assigned male at birth, and has spread to distant areas of the body, such as the lymph nodes or bones. Prostate cancer may include bladder symptoms…
Toenail fungus, or onychomycosis, is a nail infection that can make your toenails thicker, change color, or break apart. It affects about one in 10 people and is common in adults over 60. While fungi are the most common cause, yeasts and molds can also play a part. There are four types of toenail fungus you can have,…
Spongiotic dermatitis is a term that refers to a specific type of skin inflammation. It affects the top layer of the skin (the epidermis), leading to fluid buildup and symptoms such as scaling, redness, and itch. Often associated with atopic dermatitis and other forms of eczema, the rash may blister and leak fluid, but it’s…
Atrophic gastritis (AG), also called metaplastic atrophic gastritis (MAG), is a chronic (long-lasting) inflammation of the stomach lining, which leads to the thinning and loss of protective cells that help with digestion in the stomach. AG is a precancerous condition that increases your risk of gastric (stomach) cancer. This condition is often caused by a…
A silent asthma attack, also sometimes called “silent chest,” is a severe asthma flare-up that doesn’t cause the typical wheezing sounds commonly associated with asthma attacks. Some early symptoms of a silent asthma attack may be similar to those of classic asthma attacks. These symptoms may include: Fatigue Shortness of breath Chest discomfort Your asthma…
Sarcopenic obesity is a condition that occurs when you have both obesity (excess body weight) and sarcopenia (low muscle mass). Up to 23% of people may have sarcopenic obesity. Sarcopenic obesity has features of both obesity and sarcopenia. These include a lower-than-average muscle mass and a higher percentage of body weight from fat versus muscle…
Sticky poop is often the result of a high-fat diet, but sometimes, a health condition can be the cause. Being aware of the consistency of your stool is an important step in maintaining healthy digestion. This awareness can help you spot problems early and get help from a healthcare provider, especially because sticky poop may…
Muscle aches and pain, known also as myalgia, are a common symptom of COVID-19. This achiness can happen when the virus triggers body-wide inflammation. The pain typically resolves within about two weeks. Some people who develop long COVID may have muscle pain for weeks or months after. According to some estimates, about 86% of people…
Dumping syndrome is a collection of symptoms that happens when food is dumped too soon from the stomach to the small intestines. You may experience vomiting, stomach pain, or bloating after eating. The most common cause of dumping syndrome is surgery on the digestive tract. This includes bariatric, esophageal, or gastric surgeries. Up to half…
