Symptoms

Like the skin, hair can also signal the state of the organism and its health or the presence of diseases. This is reflected in the softness, brittleness of the hair and its ends. In another case, their condition indicates the degree and correctness of care. The hair can also be negatively affected by the environment or an unbalanced diet and insufficient content of necessary substances.

The cause of this symptom is various skin diseases. It can be, for example, atopic eczema, but also purulent inflammations. Typically, it occurs in alopecia. Hormone levels, nutrient and vitamin deficiencies are also related. Obesity and radical dieting or starvation have a negative effect. It also occurs in inflammation of the liver or in its cirrhosis.

Swelling is a common symptom of various diseases or health problems. It occurs in diseases of the blood vessels, heart, but also in many skin and metabolic problems, as well as in injuries. It can be a generalized swelling that occurs throughout the body. Or it can be a local swelling that affects only a certain part of the body. Professionally, swelling is referred to as edema.

Low blood pressure is a condition where the blood pressure falls below 100/60. Professionally, it is also called hypotension. Its cause is not fully understood. Sometimes it arises as a consequence of another disease.

A dry irritating cough is a common symptom of a respiratory infection. In addition, it can be a symptom of a number of other diseases. Coughing also functions as a defence reflex.

Hiccups occur quite frequently. But what can be done if it is too frequent? Can it be a manifestation of a more serious problem?

Pulmonary oedema is a serious and life-threatening condition if it occurs suddenly (acutely). Its chronic form is milder. It can be caused by chest trauma, pneumonia, drowning or inhalation of a foreign body. It is more common as a consequence of heart failure in the elderly population. It can also develop in pregnancy during eclampsia. Symptoms include breathlessness and other discomforts.

Vomiting is a defensive reflex of the body to get rid of the contents of the digestive tract. The cause may be a dietary error, a psychological factor or a clinical symptom of a particular disease. What are all the possible causes of nausea and vomiting after eating?

A change in the shape, colour or texture of the nail can indicate damage, vitamin deficiencies or certain diseases. White spots on the nails are professionally called leukonychia. What do they signal and why do they occur?

Shoulder joint pain is a common musculoskeletal problem that can complicate even the most mundane daily activities. What is behind the development of shoulder pain?

Pain occurring under the left rib can occur with muscle strains, after injuries, but can also indicate a serious problem.

Pain under the right rib can occur with physical exertion, but it can also indicate a more serious problem.

Increased tearing is one of the common reasons for visiting the eye doctor. It can be caused by many eye problems, but there can be more reasons.

Purulent discharge from the eye is the main sign of inflammation of the eye. What is its cause and can it be caused by drafts? Can it be treated at home and with the help of herbs or other grandmotherly advice?

Do you have irritated eyes after working behind a monitor all day, or is it caused by draughts? What other causes can we encounter?

Abdominal pain can be dull, sharp and in the form of cramps. It accompanies various abdominal diseases and other health problems. So, what does it mean?

Pain shoots into the fingers due to several medical problems that are different from local ones. They mostly come from other areas in the body, e.g. the neck or hip area.

Headaches are among the most common health problems people seek professional help for. Most cases are non-serious forms that may sometimes be a manifestation of a more serious condition.

Fear shouldn't overshadow the importance of screening. Although not every lump in the breast means breast cancer.

Tinnitus can be so unpleasant that it does not allow a person to concentrate on normal activities. Why does it arise, what are its main causes?