Broken blood vessels, also known asspider veins, can occur in most body areas. They also commonly develop in the legs. Anyone can experience broken blood vessels in the face. Svetlana Dolgova / Getty Images Several treatment options are available. Svetlana Dolgova / Getty Images What Causes Broken Blood Vessels on the Face? A variety of factors can lead to broken blood vessels on the face. Broken blood vessels or spider veins in the face are common and usually harmless....

A bruised gum might look like a discoloration where it was bumped or scraped. Bruised gums could be caused from a mild trauma like eating something sharp. It might also be triggered by dental work or certain medical conditions. Verywell / Katie Kerpel This article discusses the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment of bruised gums. What Do Bruised Gums Look Like? A bruised gum might have a different color from the rest of your gums....

Buttock pain can have several causes, including injuries, overuse conditions, and nerve compression. Some causes of buttock pain will come on suddenly while others can develop gradually over time. Osteoarthritis can affect any joint, including the hip. Albina Gavrilovic / Getty Images When the outer layer tears (herniates), the inner material leaks out. Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction Thesacroiliacjointforms between yoursacrumand both sides of your pelvis at the base of your spine....

They occur when calcium builds up in soft tissues, where it isn’t supposed to be. Calcium deposits are also called calcification. They can cause the affected soft tissues to harden, which may interfere with their function. Getty Images What Are Calcifications? Calcifications, orcalciumdeposits, are hard nodules that grow as calcium builds up in soft tissue. Calcification Causes A few different things can cause calcium to build up in soft tissue....

These include tree and grass pollens, dust mites, pet dander, molds, and cockroaches. Perennial allergies are due to environmental allergens that are present all year around. By and large, spring allergies involve tree pollens followed by grass pollens in the late spring to summer. Verywell / JR Bee Chronic allergic rhinitis is not something you’ve got the option to “catch.” It is brought on by an abnormal immune response to substances that are otherwise harmless....

This article explains the difference between chronic and recurrent tonsillitis. It also talks about chronic tonsillitis symptoms, treatment options, and when to see your healthcare provider. Is tonsillitis more serious in adults? Verywell / Joshua Seong Older adults and people who live or work with children, for example, are at greater risk. You may also have an increased risk of developing chronic tonsillitis if you have been exposed to radiation....

Fear of food is also calledcibophobia. Its a jot down ofspecific phobia, which is classified as ananxiety disorder. Having cibophobia means that you have a deep, irrational fear of food. The Good Brigrade / Getty Images This can be limited to certain foods or beverages, or it may include many foods. If left untreated, cibophobia can impact your quality of life as well as your nutrition. This article explains the symptoms and causes of cibophobia and discusses the different treatment options available....

Clammy skin feels moist and cool. A person with clammy skin may alsolook pale. Exertion or being in the heat can cause sweating, which could lead to clammy skin. dimid_86 / Getty Images dimid_86 / Getty Images Common Causes of Clammy Skin Clammy skin can have many causes. Sweating is a way for the body to regulate heat. The sweating occurs regardless of environmental temperature and can lead to soft, white, or peeling skin....

Clear, sticky discharge from the vagina can be normal at any time during the menstrual cycle. It may be associated ovulation, pregnancy, or sexual arousal. Abnormal changes in color, odor, or consistency could indicate an infection other problem. YakobchukOlena / iStock/ Getty Images Plus Its purpose is to keep your vagina clean and lubricated and to help protect against infection. If you have a clear discharge, it’s generally a sign that your vagina is working optimally....

This article will explore the most common causes of cough and what treatment might help. Your body knows what to do once an irritant activates sensors that trigger the cough. A healthcare provider needs to determine the underlying cause of a cough to ensure aproper diagnosis and effective treatment. Johner Images / Getty Images Infections Viral and bacterial infections impacting therespiratory tractcan cause a cough. Breathing in smoke from a fire is short-term but also dangerous....

Cramps arent always a sign of menstruation. Many people develop cramps when they dont have their period. There are various causes of cramps with no period. Catherine Falls Commercial / Getty Images Issues related to pregnancy are often to blame. But there are other culprits, such as endometriosis, inflammatory bowel disease, and fibroids. Learn about the manygynecologicalandgastrointestinalreasons for having cramps but no period. Endometriosis Endometriosisoccurs when tissues similar to the uterus lining grow outside theuterus....

AN causes thicker, darker, often velvety patches of skin, typically in skin creases and folds. Reproduced with permission from DermNet and Te Whatu Oradermnetnz.org2023. Reproduced with permission from DermNetdermnetnz.org2023. Reproduced with permission from © DermNet and © Te Whatu Oradermnetnz.org2023. What Causes Dark Underarms? They can be a sign of an underlying condition, or they can happen in otherwise healthy people. AN without an underlying condition is more common in people with darker skin tones....

Drinking water and staying hydrated are important parts of a healthy pregnancy. Pregnant people need more water than those who are not pregnant and risk losing more water throughout the day. Pregnant people are at risk of becoming dehydrated in the first, second, or third trimester. leszekglasner / Getty Images Dehydration during pregnancy raises the risk of serious health problems for both the pregnant person and the fetus. Staying hydrated can help a parents body meet the increased needs of pregnancy....