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Balance problems can disrupt daily activities, making it difficult to walk or move without feeling unsteady. These problems often arise from issues in the inner ear or brain or from having low blood pressure. Symptoms can include dizziness, a spinning sensation, or feeling light-headed. FG Trade / Getty Images This article discusses potential causes, symptoms, and treatment of balance problems. FG Trade / Getty Images How Does the Sense of Balance Work?...

Fungal infections on the face are due to an overgrowth of yeast thats naturally on the skin. In some instances, it can also be because of another kind of fungus. It also explains how a facial fungal infection is diagnosed and getting treatment with oral or topicalantifungal drugs. Verywell / Jessica Olah What Are the Differences Between a Yeast Infection and Fungal Infection on the Face? A yeast infection is a kind of fungal infection....

A headache in the back of the head, also known as anoccipitalheadache, can stem from various causes. Understanding the cause of your headache is key to finding the right treatment. The pain is typically mild to moderate and affects both sides of the head. Oleg_Ermak/Getty Images Migraine Migrainesare intense, throbbing headaches that usually affect one side of the head. They happen when nerves in the blood vessels of the brain become overactive, causing pain and other symptoms....

Verywell/ Jessica Olah Causes Having a slightly lower body temperature is not always a concern. For example,normal body temperaturedecreases with age due to fat loss and drier skin. Sometimes, providers lower a person’s body temperature on purpose as part of treatment. Verywell/ Jessica Olah Some of these include: Is it normal to have a temperature of 96 degrees? A temperature of 96 degrees is considered low. If you also have signs and symptoms of hypothermia, call 911 or go to the nearest ER....

A rash on one or both eyelids is usually a sign of dermatitis. Most eyelid rashes are easy to treat. However, a rash can become an ongoing problem if its because of allergies. Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin Also, eyelid rashes may signal a serious underlying health condition needing prompt medical attention. Even so, there are characteristics common to all of these skin conditions. Irritants and allergens include many possible chemicals and environmental substances and activities....

For many, a receding hairline is reversible with treatment. Usually, there is a distinct pattern that triggers when a male loses his hair. Usually, females do not have the typical receding hairline that happens at the beginning of male pattern baldness. Peter Dazeley / Getty Images Instead, women commonly experience thinning on the top and crown of the scalp. Limiting hair-pulling hairstyles can prevent the condition. Receding Hairline Causes Losing hair happens as part of anormal cyclefor most people....

Many are relatively benign (harmless), but some reasons will require medical care. Many of them can leave you with a salty taste in the mouth. These side effects can start right away or develop over time. damircudic / Getty Images Speak with a healthcare provider if you notice a change in how things taste. See a healthcare provider to discuss your abnormal taste and establish a treatment plan if in doubt....

Essentially, your body is having an allergic reaction to stress. This article discusses stress rash, including what it looks like, and what causes it. It also discusses how to manage symptoms and ways to prevent recurrent outbreaks. Reproduced with permission from © DermNet and © Raimo Suhonendermnetnz.org2023. This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing. Reproduced with permission from DermNet and Raimo Suhonendermnetnz.org2023. What Does a Stress Rash Look Like?...

Adult acne can affect any area of the face but commonly develops along the jawline and chin. Jawline and chin acne are also associated withhormonal acne, such as that which occurs during menstruation. Anastasia Korchagina / Getty Images What Causes Acne to Form on Your Jawline? Anastasia Korchagina / Getty Images This can cause acne breakouts in people who are prone to acne. Acne mechanica often starts as small, rough-feeling bumps, which then can turn into pimples ordeep acne cysts....

Bedwetting in adults (medically known asnocturnal enuresis) may be a sign of an underlying health condition. Adult bedwetting should be evaluated by a healthcare provider. Finding the root cause ofovernightaccidents is essential for determining effective treatment. Tetra Images / Getty Images There are several possible reasons this may occur. Sleep Apnea Thesleep disorderknown assleepapneacauses a person’s breathing to stop briefly while sleeping. These breathing interruptions cause a drop in oxygen levels and can also affect bladder control....

Armpit rashes often develop due to allergic reactions, infections, and chronic conditions. Rashes are common under the arms because the skinfold creates a warm, moist environment. Additionally, the skin can chafe easily and the armpit has hair follicles and sweat glands. Westend61 / Getty Images These factors make the perfect conditions for numerous types of rashes. Here are the 12 most common types of underarm rashes. Allergic Contact Dermatitis This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing....

When your face itches, it’s distracting and can be difficult to control. This happens often in the winter and during allergy season for many reasons. Learn more about why it happens and how you might find relief. Verywell / Nusha Ashjaee These could be signs of a life-threatening allergic reaction calledanaphylaxis. If you are itching due to allergies, taking allergy medication may provide relief. There may be other medications that could help....

It is often hard to tell. A flare can involve a single joint or multiple joints. If you have osteoarthritis, it’ll likely be single-joint involvement or recurrent flares with the same multiple joints. Terry Vine / Getty Images With autoimmune arthritis (e.g.,rheumatoid arthritisorpsoriatic arthritis) multiple joints may flare simultaneously. Other causes of flares can vary by the arthritis bang out. Broadly speaking, many osteoarthritis flares are related to conditions or events that directly affect the joint....