Some foot conditions cause bumps on your feet that can lead to friction blisters. It causes the upper layer of skin to separate from the layers underneath. Fluid collects under the damaged skin, to cushion against further damage and promote healing. Gajus / Getty Images Friction blisters should be allowed to heal on their own. If blisters pop on their own, cover with a bandage to prevent bacterial infection at the site....
Changes during the menstrual cycle can cause symptoms, such as bloating. When the egg is released,fluid or bloodfrom the follicle can irritate the tissues around it. Water Retention Body composition fluctuations can happen during the menstrual cycle, including fluid retention. FG Trade / Getty Images This fluid retention can lead to feelings of bloating. The main hormones involved in the menstrual cycle, estrogen and progesterone, have been linked towater retention....
Bloating in the digestive system can cause pain and discomfort. The symptoms of bloating can range from mild to severe. In some cases, it lasts a long time and disrupts daily life. Illustration by Mira Norian for Verywell Health If possible, it may help to know what is causing the bloating. Some over-the-counter (OTC) remedies, supplements, or exercises could help when bloating has started. Some of these are: Why Does Bloating Hurt?...
A blood clot is a gel-like mass of blood that can form as a natural part of wound healing. In most cases, blood clots are harmless. Blood clots can also form in vessels if a blood vessel gets damaged. Verywell / Emily Roberts As part of the healing process, the clot usually dissolves. But if it doesn’t or if an unnecessary clot forms, it can become harmful. A blood clot that prevents or limits the flow of blood is called a thrombosis....
Illustration by Joules Garcia for Verywell Health Postpartum Clot Size: What’s Too Big? Postpartum bleeding (lochia) is common and often includes passing smallerblood clotsthat may have formed in the uterus. They can determine whether it’s a sign of something more serious. Illustration by Joules Garcia for Verywell Health How Much Postpartum Clotting Is Normal? Be sure to change them regularly. Wash your hands before and after to keep the area clean while your body heals....
Having blood clots during your period is generally normal and nothing to worry about. These clots can be about the size of a quarter or less. Larger clots can be cause for concern, though. Illustration by Emily Roberts for Verywell Health The blood may also be thick or stringy, and the color of the clots can vary. Your period may start with bright red clots, but older blood will turn a darker color....
Hematuria may be visible to the naked eye or only be detected with urine tests. This article explores some of the common and uncommon causes of hematuria in males. A urinary tract infection happens when bacteria from the gut enter the urinary tract through theurethraand infect the bladder. Shannon Fagan / Taxi / Getty Images More than 80% of urinary tract infections are because of the bacteriaEscherichia coli(E. coli). BPH becomes more common with age....
Blood sugar (glucose) targets for older people with diabetes tend to be different than for younger people. Two hours after eating, your blood sugar should be less than 140 mg/dL. This is called your postprandial blood glucose level. Illustration by Julie Bang for Verywell Health Both high and low blood sugar are concerns for older adults. Low blood sugar is also a concern. Monitoring Blood Sugar Blood sugar is commonly checked with a rig called aglucometer....
The study group consisted of women who had ovarian cancer symptoms and were being screened in primary care practices. But these types of patients are likely to have already visited a healthcare professional. Such a mass could be a benign cyst or could be cancerous. Getty Images More research on the use of a test for HE4 levels is needed. There isnt enough evidence currently to suggest that it would be useful in this way....
Common Tests Below is a list of the most common blood tests used for back pain. Dansie EJ, Turk DC.Assessment of patients with chronic pain.Br J Anaesth. 2013;111(1):1925. doi:10.1093/bja/aet124 Back Pain. Andrew Brookes / Cultura / Getty Images National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. Harrison M.Erythrocyte sedimentation rate and C-reactive protein.Aust Prescr. Published 2018 Apr 13. doi:10.3389/fimmu.2018.00754 McMichael A, Bowness P.HLA-B27: natural function and pathogenic role in spondyloarthritis....
This article explains bloody show, its typical timing during the labor process, and what to expect. Bloody Show and Timing of Labor During pregnancy, a plug of mucus coversthe cervix. This is known as thecervicovaginalmucus barrier, and it protects thefemale reproductive systemfrom bacteria or inflammation. Illustration by Zoe Hansen for Verywell Health Exactly when a bloody show appears can vary. For some, it may occur a few days before labor begins....
“Blue balls” is a slang term for a medical condition calledepididymal hypertension. This condition shows up when prolonged sexual arousal without ejaculation causes fluid to build up in the testicles. Exercise, over-the-counter painkillers, and masturbation can help speed recovery. kali9 / Getty Images What Is Blue Balls? There is no hard-and-fast definition of blue balls given that post-arousal pain can occur for many different reasons. Because of this, some providers prefer to call the condition sexual arousalorchialgiaor simplyacute testicular pain....
However, most eye health experts dont find the results surprising. Is Blue Light Really Harmful? Thats an opportunity, of course, to market products, he said. Blue light glasses claim to filter out blue light to reduce eye strain or prevent sleep disturbances. Staring at the computer can have some negative effects. It can cause your eyes to dry out and become uncomfortable. To prevent eye strain, its best to take breaks from the screen....
