Symptoms and Related Conditions

Cataplexy happens when sudden muscle weakness strikes in response to strong emotions like laughter, anger, or surprise. Narcolepsy type 1, a sleep disorder linked to low…

Lower back pain is one of the most common health issues people face at some point in life. It can develop suddenly after an awkward movement…

Back pain with a urinary tract infection can signal more than muscle strain or poor posture. Bacteria from the bladder can travel toward the kidneys, causing…

Spasticity happens when certain muscles stay tight or stiff, making movement harder and less controlled. Damage to the brain or spinal cord disrupts normal signals between…

Transaminitis happens when liver enzymes in the blood are higher than normal, often signaling liver inflammation or damage. These enzymes—mainly ALT and AST—enter the bloodstream when…

Nasal obstruction happens when something blocks the normal flow of air through the nose, making it harder to breathe comfortably. It is not a disease itself…

Rectal bleeding can happen for many reasons, and not all of them are serious. The most common causes include hemorrhoids, anal fissures, diverticulosis, inflammatory bowel disease,…

A stuffy nose occurs when the tissues inside the nasal passages swell, usually because of inflammation. Colds, flu, sinus infections, and allergies most often cause it,…

Protein in urine, also called proteinuria, happens when the kidneys let too much protein pass into the urine. This can signal kidney disease, high blood pressure,…

High hemoglobin levels mean there is more hemoglobin in the blood than normal. Hemoglobin is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. High Hgb…