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What does an elevated body temperature signal? The most common causes

Increased body temperature

Body temperature can indicate chronic fatigue syndrome, but also common colds or flu. Any viral or bacterial respiratory disease. It is also present in inflammation in various parts of the body. It indicates infectious diseases, but also many other problems. The temperature can also increase with hormonal changes during pregnancy.

What is fever and how to reduce it? Why does it arise and what types does it have?

Fever

A fever is a rise in body temperature above 38 °C. It helps the body fight infection. When does it mean a problem?

Deafness: what causes it? (Sudden, long-term or short-term)

Deafness

Hearing is a sensation we use every day. It is necessary for verbal communication. It also informs us about what is happening around us. For example, it warns us of danger. Its disorder can be congenital or acquired. It is caused by several diseases.

What are hallucinations and delusions? Why do they arise? Diagnosis and treatment

Hallucinations and delusions

Hallucinations, delusions and illusions are the most common manifestations of psychological disorders. Sometimes they can be short-lived. They are pathological thinking and a disturbance in the perception of reality. What is the difference between a hallucination and a delusion? When is it necessary to see a doctor?

Urinary sugar: what signals elevated sugar and what values are normal?

Sugar in urine

Sugar is the most important substance for the body. The body is careful in managing its levels. It does not excrete it. Sugar is not normally found in the urine. However, there are cases where it is present.

Depression as part of the disease? What are its manifestations and physical symptoms?

Depression - depressed mood

Depression, sadness, despondency, loss of interest and mood disturbances. Emotions that have a psychological and physical impact. What is the cause? What associated difficulties can be expected?

Can dementia be a symptom of another disease? What are the manifestations and types

Dementia

Can dementia be a symptom of another disease? Yes, it can. What is dementia? What are its types and causes?

Deformed nails - what are their most common causes?

Deformed nails

Some diseases signal their presence on the skin and also on the nails. They are manifested by a change in colour, but also in the shape of the nail (deformation). In addition to diseases of other organs, the nail itself and its bed may be affected. Alternatively, there may be external damage.

A full nose: what are the causes of an acutely or chronically stuffy nose?

Full nose

The feeling of a full and stuffy nose is typical of pollen allergies. Of course, it is also a symptom of sinusitis or nasal inflammation. It is also a symptom of the flu. It is also caused by dry air. It causes difficulty breathing through the nose and generally impairs quality of life.

Frequent urge to urinate: what causes it, colds and diseases?

Frequent urge to urinate

In older age, it affects both women and men. But in the case of some diseases, it does not skip childhood. It is caused by inflammatory diseases of the urinary system, but also by other diseases. It is common in pregnancy. Drinking is also important.

Frequent urination in both men and women: what are the possible causes? Can medication help?

Frequent urination

More frequent urination for a small urge may not be anything serious. But it may signal a certain disorder or disease. How frequent urination is considered normal?

Unaesthetic nail lines: why do they occur? Can they be prevented?

Strokes on the nails

Nail ridges can be related to a disease or lack of nutrition. They occur on both fingernails and toenails. Their appearance is most commonly observed with increasing age.

Eyelid lump: why does a fatty, white and other lump, eyelid cyst form?

Bulk on the cap

Bulges on the eyelids occur as a result of increased exertion, improper hygiene, when fat metabolism is disturbed, and as a result of infection. Inflammation of the blocked sebaceous gland is common. The most common diseases are barley and wolf'sbane. However, a bulge can also be of tumor origin.

Enlarged lymph nodes: painful or painless and their causes?

Enlarged lymph nodes

The lymphatic tissue has a defensive role. The first contact with the external environment includes the tonsils and the nasal tonsils. But the nodes in other regions are also important. What does their enlargement mean?

Toothache and sensitive teeth from different causes? What will help, only medication?

Tooth pain

Toothache is quite common. It is most often caused by tooth decay. Sensitive teeth are related to wear and tear of the tooth structures.

Flank Pain: Causes and Pain Management

Flank Pain

What does flank pain indicate? Sometimes it is a serious problem, sometimes it is not. Read about possible causes in the article.

Muscle Pain: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

Muscle Pain

Various infections in the body are manifested by muscle pain. Even with fever, this type of pain is present. It comes with general symptoms, for example, in migraine. It is a symptom of neurological diseases, muscle diseases and other ailments. It commonly occurs after heavy exertion.

Why does breast pain arise? The main and also less common causes

Breast pain

Breast pain has its typical causes. The most common and the less common ones are listed in the article. It may not always be the worst variant, but examination is recommended in any case.

Painful bowel movements: What does sharp pain, burning, itching or pressure mean?

Painful bowel movements

It can be a serious, but also not serious disease or damage to the rectum. Hemorrhoids and fissures are common examples. Oncological diseases are serious. Difficulties arise with sexually transmitted diseases. Bleeding is associated. In these cases it is important to go for examination.

Ovulation pain: The norm, the discharge, and other issues

Ovulation pain

A woman either feels the ovulation or she does not. Some women complain of abdominal pain and don't even know it is ovulation pain. The main thing to note is the recurrence and the time of occurrence of the pain. Ovulation is sometimes accompanied by other discomforts. In some cases, an illness may also be associated.