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Intolerance to food can cause a number of uncomfortable symptoms like bloating, gas, and abdominal pain. Learn more about the symptoms of food intolerance, potential complications, and when to see a healthcare provider. Albina Gavrilovic / Getty Images Frequent symptoms Intolerance to food can cause a variety of symptoms. Albina Gavrilovic / Getty Images The most common symptoms of food intolerance are often related to the digestive system. They may also cause symptoms in the skin and joints....

Typical Symptoms Gallbladder disease is comprised of a host of conditions affecting the gallbladder. The gallbladder aids in the digestion of fat by concentrating and storing a substance produced by the liver calledbile. The most common cause of gallbladder is gallstones, also known ascholelithiasis. © Verywell, 2018 Gallstones are extremely common, affecting between 10% to 15% of the U.S. population. Gallstones are hardened clumps of minerals that are usually passed without incidence....

Your symptoms will correspond with where you are in the geographic atrophy disease process. Late indications are much more pronounced than early ones. However, the lesion can be located more to the periphery. triloks / Getty Images You may notice a dark spot there instead or in the center of your vision. The condition, which is linked to sight loss, is known as Charles Bonet syndrome. Hallucinations can vary from simple flashes of light to seeing elaborate vistas....

There are around 1.5 million new cases each year. Despite its prevalence, many people don’t know they have gonorrhea. This is because gonorrhea doesn’t always cause symptoms, especially in females. Verywell This is why it’s so important to stay up to date on STI screening. Verywell Initial Symptoms of Gonorrhea Gonorrheais transmitted during sexual activity. When there are symptoms, they are sometimes mistaken for a bladder or vaginal infection. Get our printable guide for your next doctor’s appointment to help you ask the right questions....

Attacks occur most frequently at night or in the early morning hours. While the severity of gout symptoms can vary, it tends to progress in stages and worsens over time. If left untreated, recurrent attacks can lead to joint deformity and the progressive restriction of movement. Verywell This article details the symptoms of gout, along with some complications of the disease. Verywell Frequent Gout Symptoms Signs of gout can vary by the stage of the disease....

Gum sores, also known asmouth ulcers, can come on suddenly and disrupt your life. They can cause pain and sensitivity, especially when you eat and drink. Continue reading to learn more about the symptoms of gum sores and when to seek help. Andrii Bicher / Getty Images Rarely, however, they can cause gum sores. Symptoms The most common symptoms of gum sores are pain and sensitivity. Heres how symptoms typically unfold....

These common symptoms include fatigue, sensitivity to cold, hair loss, and constipation. The symptoms are consistent withhypothyroidism, or low thyroid function. This article explains what Hashimoto’s feels like and its common symptoms and complications. Verywell / Emily Roberts It also discusses when the symptoms mean you should see a healthcare provider. It limits the ability to convert oxygen and calories into energy. Hashimoto’s is more aptly characterized as the most common of the disorders that can produce hypothyroidism....

This includes delayed symptoms that can sometimes occur days after a blow to the head. Verywell / Jessica Olah What Are Head Injuries and Concussions? This is especially true if symptoms are delayed. Verywell / Jessica Olah Concussion vs. Brain Hemorrhage It’s important to note that a concussed brain does not bleed. In fact, a concussed brain can often look perfectly normal on an MRI or CT scan. But, it’s actually more complicated than that....

Don’t wait or assume it may be heartburncontact emergency medical help. Complications Heartburn is a common problem that can lead to serious conditions. It can also worsen some conditions, such as asthma. © Verywell, 2018 There can be a greater risk of esophageal lesions and respiratory conditions. When you have both conditions you may not respond as well to medications intended to control each condition. However, controlling GERD can help relieve asthma symptoms....

This article will go over the symptoms of hepatitis C in women who are biologically female. For some people, however, the infection can persist and becomechronic, causing progressive injury to the liver. For many, the disease will only become apparent in the advanced stages of infection. Illustration by Verywell The symptoms of hepatitis C are the same for women and men. Where the disease differs is in the rates of infection and disease progression in women versus men....

HER2-negative breast cancers, in contrast, have normal levels of the HER2 protein. This throw in of cancer accounts for around 70% of all breast cancer cases. Breast Lump The most common first symptom of breast cancer is a new breast lump. Jelena Stanojkovic / Getty Images It can be located near the surface of the breast or felt deeper inside. Breast cancer lumps can also be soft, round, and tender to the touch....

High androgen levels cause distinct symptoms in females. However, hyperandrogenism can be triggered by other conditions. Treatment is essential to prevent health complications. Illustration by Joules Garcia for Verywell Health Womens ovaries and adrenal glands produce five androgens. However, testosterone anddihydrotestosterone(DHT) are the active forms. These hormones also regulate fat cell activities. To support optimal health, your body maintains specific hormone levels. Problems develop when the levels are too low or high....

Hyperglycemiahigh blood sugaris commonly associated with people who have diabetes, but it can also impact those without diabetes. These symptoms may be subtle and easily go unnoticed, so the condition often goes untreated. Nondiabetic hyperglycemia most often occurs if your body has undergone some bang out of trauma or stressful event. Illustration by Jessica Olah for Verywell Health Illustration by Jessica Olah for Verywell Health What Does High Blood Sugar Feel Like?...