Symptoms and Related Conditions

Scintillating scotoma can be unsettling, especially when it appears without warning. It often shows up as a shimmering or zigzag-shaped blind spot that slowly moves across…

Echolalia happens when a person repeats words or phrases spoken by someone else. Normal language development in young children, autism spectrum disorder, or certain neurological and…

Lupus anticoagulant is an antibody the immune system creates by mistake. Instead of protecting the body, it targets certain proteins in the blood, which can interfere…

A high red blood cell count means the body has more red blood cells than normal in the bloodstream. Medical conditions like heart or lung disease,…

Hypopigmentation happens when patches of skin become lighter than the surrounding area because the skin makes less melanin. Skin injuries, certain skin conditions, or genetic factors…

Facial paralysis occurs when the muscles in the face lose movement because the nerve controlling them is damaged or not working properly. Conditions like Bell’s palsy,…

Referred pain happens when you feel pain in a different part of the body than where the problem actually is. Nerves from different areas use the…

Asystole is a life-threatening condition where the heart completely stops electrical and mechanical activity, resulting in no heartbeat and no blood flow. Doctors often call this…

Suicidal ideation happens when a person thinks about ending their life, whether in vague terms or with specific plans. A mix of mental health conditions, overwhelming…

Shortness of breath happens when the body struggles to get enough air. It can develop suddenly or build up over time. Lung conditions like asthma or…