Symptoms

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Vaginal itching: Just due to inflammation or also due to other causes?

Itching of the vagina

Often it is a sign of a minor illness, an infection, or just a bad ratio of the body's own bacteria. Hormonal changes can also be responsible. Gynaecological examination is important.

Menstrual cycle disorders and their main causes? (+ Types)

Menstrual cycle disorders

Their causes are diverse. They are caused by diseases of the endocrine system, liver, kidneys. The cause is, of course, also in the genital system. Sometimes the cause is cysts, inflammation or sexually transmitted diseases.

Is smelly vaginal discharge a big problem?

Smelly discharge from the vagina

Smelly discharge from the vagina always indicates a certain pathological process of the female reproductive organs.Usually it signals the presence of some more or less serious disease.It can also be a manifestation not only of infectious, but also of other diseases or pathological processes (oncological diseases, the presence of a foreign body in the vagina,...

Erectile dysfunction: what are the causes? Can they be both psychological and physical?

Erectile dysfunction

A man's sexual need is also important for reproduction (procreation). But this is not its only role. To fulfill it, in the case of the male sex, an erection is needed. Its disorder implies a problem that can have its roots in multiple diseases.

A scratchy throat? Long-term difficulty swallowing, inflammation or allergies?

Scratching in the throat

Most of the time, the origin of scratching in the throat is a cold, flu or other seasonal illness. Allergies and oesophageal diseases represent non-infectious causes. In case of prolonged scratching, an examination is recommended for a possible oncological process.

Chapped lips: why are my lips dry and chapped?

Cracked lips

Dry and chapped lips can be distressing, especially when the chapping is accompanied by inflammation. Chapping is a common symptom of dehydration. Unsuitable cosmetics also have a negative effect, as does the weather. In some cases, chapped lips can indicate another disease.

Why do I have a dry mouth? Know the main causes of xerostomia

Dry mouth

What is xerostomia and why do I have dry mouth? Several diseases can be the cause. Beware of unpleasant complications.

Stinging in the ear: from a draft or from the cervical spine? There are several causes...

Pricking in the ear

Pain in the ear is a symptom of disease in the ear itself, but this is not always the case. Sometimes it originates elsewhere and only radiates to the ear. However, the highest percentage of these pains originate in the ear. The earache is just a symptom.

Raspberry tongue: what does it signal and what dangers does it hide?

Raspberry tongue

Tongue discoloration can indicate a problem going on in our body. And a raspberry tongue is an example of this. In addition to signaling a B vitamin deficiency, it can be a sign of other diseases. For example, even scarlet fever.

Nosebleed: Is it a symptom of a serious disease? Common in children and adults

Nosebleeds - Epistaxis

A nosebleed is a scary sight for many people, coupled with concerns about their own health. The good news, however, is that most of the time, nosebleeds are not a serious problem.

What causes voice thickening? + Mutations in puberty

Thickening of the voice

Vocal dryness can be the cause of vocal cord thickening. It occurs mainly during the heating season, but also during the summer. Often the cause is congestion in the vocal cords. But it can also be caused by respiratory diseases. In milder cases, inflammation, in worse cases, a tumour. Other causes can also be behind vocal cord thickening, such as hormonal changes.

Dry skin: what are the most common causes of dry skin?

Dry skin

Dry skin is caused, for example, by the weather. Another example is the effect of chemicals and hygiene needs. It is dried out by excessive hygiene. Another group consists of diseases - not only diseases of the skin, but also of other parts of the body.

Itching of the skin of the body troubles with illness, allergies or stress

Itchy skin

Itching of the skin is an unpleasant subjective sensation that leads to the urge to scratch. It can be local, for example in the case of a skin disease, but it can also be generalised, where it is a symptom of another disease.

Wet skin due to inflammation, dermatitis or eczema? Know the causes

Wetting of the skin

It can be caused by a bacterial infection. It occurs in areas where the skin is excessively stressed by perspiration and in skin folds. It occurs in the case of various diseases such as allergic or atopic eczema. Another cause of wet skin is trauma and skin damage. However, it can also be caused by skin cancer.

Itchy scalp: What does this unpleasant problem mean?

Itchy scalp

Or just a minor skin irritation? Dandruff, psoriasis, but also other diseases such as dermatitis. And not only in children, it can also be lice.

Orange skin: why do I have orange skin on my thighs or buttocks (+ Stadiums)

Orange skin

Orange skin is mainly a cosmetic problem. It affects mostly women. It is aggravated by being overweight or obese, but it is not a prerequisite for developing it. The risk is inappropriate diet, lack of exercise and, of course, genetic predisposition.

Blue skin: what does blueness of the skin (cyanosis) of the hands, feet, lips or face mean?

Blue leather

Cyanosis, as this symptom is technically called, occurs when cold exposure is present. It is clearly visible, for example, on the fingers. Alternatively, it is also a sign of hypothermia itself. Cyanosis can also be caused by a serious disease of the respiratory or cardiovascular system.

Slow wound healing: what are its causes (+ risk factors)

Slow wound healing

There are risk factors for impaired wound healing, such as increased age, impaired blood flow, and decreased immunity. Diseases that directly affect wound healing include diabetes or anemia, as well as decreased blood clotting.

Moles: why are they increasing and what do they mean? Could they be a problem?

Birthmark

Birthmarks are present on our skin at birth. But most start to form during life. Some are lifelong and some need to be monitored. The dangerous ones even need to be surgically removed.