Symptoms and Related Conditions

Seizures can look very different, but certain images and patterns can actually trigger them in people who are sensitive. Bright flashing lights, high-contrast stripes, or repeated…

Coughing up blood can feel alarming, especially when linked to an illness like COVID-19. While most people with COVID-19 experience common symptoms such as fever, cough,…

A blood test can reveal a lot about what happens inside the body, and for someone with ulcerative colitis, those results often raise important questions. When…

Sleep apnea does more than disrupt sleep—it can also affect how the brain works over time. When breathing repeatedly stops and starts during the night, oxygen…

Bilateral retinoblastoma is a rare form of eye cancer that develops in both eyes, usually during early childhood. It starts in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue…

A small bump or pimple next to the anus can feel alarming, but it usually has a simple explanation. Blocked hair follicles, clogged pores, or minor…

Obesity does more than change the body’s shape—it also affects the brain in ways that many overlook. Excess body fat can alter brain structure and disrupt…

Nausea before a migraine can feel confusing and frustrating, especially when it shows up hours before head pain begins. The brain changes that trigger a migraine…

High blood pressure often raises concern about stroke, and for good reason. High blood pressure is not a direct sign of a stroke, but it is…

Epilepsy affects millions of people worldwide, and genetics play a major role in many cases. Some forms of epilepsy develop because changes in specific genes disrupt…