Bipolar disordercan have a lifelong impact, and symptoms may worsen with age when left untreated. adamkaz / Getty Images How Does Aging Affect Bipolar Disorder? Bipolar disorder causes mood episodesperiods of altered mood, behavior, and energywhich last from hours to weeks. adamkaz / Getty Images Additionally, medications for people over 60 may be less effective. Evidence suggests that living with bipolar disorder can impact the brains structure. What Makes Bipolar Disorder Worse?...

Along with this foreign body sensation, your eye may tear, and the irritation can turn to pain. You may have picked up an eyelash or dust, or there may not be anything there. This article covers the potential causes, when to seek help, and how to find relief. Viktor Cvetkovic / Getty Images Treatment Avoid rubbing your eye. In some cases, blinking will allow your eye to flush out whatever may be bothering you....

Itchy breasts is not the most well-knownmenopausesymptom, but it’s not uncommon, either. This article provides information on the causes and treatment of itchy breasts during menopause. AH86/Getty Images Causes of Itchy Breasts Breast tenderness and discomfort are common symptoms during perimenopause and menopause. AH86/Getty Images For many people, dry, itchy skin is one of the first symptoms of menopause to occur. Other Menopausal Breast Changes Hormone changes during menopause cause the breasts to undergo many changes....

Arm pain may be due to injuries, overuse, arthritis, and nerve problems. Arm pain accompanied by pressure in the chest can be a sign of a heart attack. The pain is triggered by an increase in pressure on nerves that run through the wrist. Verywell / Alexandra Gordon Bursitis Bursitisis the most common cause of arm andshoulder pain. It is when there is inflammation in the fluid-filled sac between the bones, muscles, and tendons....

Indigestion Indigestion, also calleddyspepsia, is a common cause of belly button pain. It is often due to something you ate. Indigestion feels like a burning or aching sensation mainly between the breastbone and belly button. RealPeopleGroup / Getty Images You may be constipated if you have fewer than three bowel movements in a week. The stool that does pass is usually hard, dry, and pebble-like. Constipation can cause painoften sudden and sharpin the belly button area as well as the lower abdomen....

Lung cancer can also cause this kind of pain. Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin When Is Chest Pain With Breathing Serious? Chest pain when breathing isn’t always an emergency, but it can point to a serious problem. Verywell / Brianna Gilmartin That’s because the heart lies near and works closely with the lungs. Getting fast treatment for a heart attack helps limit the damage. Any time you have symptoms that could point to a heart attack, you should get emergency medical help....

When a child bruises easily, the injuries may seem unexpected. Some can occur beyond what would seem the normal knee or shin bruise of an active child. What Is Normal Bruising? LEA PATERSON/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Getty Images Normal bruising is usually found on a child’s shins. That’s because they often bump their lower legs against things as they walk or run. These bruises are usually flat and smaller than the size of a quarter....

Deeper ear pain can be related to an infection, a blockage, or a ruptured ear drum. How ear pain feels (aching, sharp, dull, etc. Treatment may include ear drops, oral medications, and at-home treatments to ease the pain. Verywell / Alexandra Gordon This article discusses ear pain. It explains the different causes of ear pain and how ear pain is treated. The following conditions can cause primary ear pain. Sometimes, a fever may occur....

However, some sources of eye pain need to be looked into and may require immediate attention. Usually, both eyes are involved. Avoid wearing your contacts or rubbing your eyes, which can cause further irritation. fizkes / Getty Images Blepharitis If you haveblepharitis, your eyelids will become swollen and inflamed. When you blink, it may feel as if something is on the surface of your eye. This is known as a foreign-body sensation and it might be painful....

How jaw pain feels can differ, and the sensation can also depend on the cause. Anastasia Dobrusina / Getty Images What’s Causing Your Jaw Pain? There are several common causes ofjaw pain, all requiring different therapy interventions. Anastasia Dobrusina / Getty Images They include: Other conditions can cause jaw pain to develop. Dental treatments may include addressing gum disease, filling a cavity, or draining a tooth abscess. Jaw pain can be awarning sign of a heart attackwhen it occurs with other symptoms....

However, they can also signify a mental health disorder. They may pose a life-threatening risk to people experiencing suicidal thoughts. If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call911. Unlike regular mood shifts, these episodes can last for several days or weeks. These mood episodes are easily triggered and can last from minutes to hours. They are hallmark features of bipolar disorders I and II. Changes in mood can last for several days to several months....

However, other reasons for your itchy scalp include hives, dandruff, lice, and more. Treating the underlying condition can stop your scalp from itching at night. You might consider medicine and remedies torelieve itching. Verywell / Joules Garcia If the itching is very bad or accompanied by other symptoms, a healthcare provider can provide additional treatments. These include: The most commonconditions that affect your scalpat night arepsoriasisandatopic dermatitis. These are chronic conditions, meaning they last a long time....

A tight stomach can feel uncomfortable, with cramping or squeezing sensations, but notoverly painful. If you experience these symptoms, call 911 or seek emergency care immediately. Grace Cary / Getty Images What Does a Tight Stomach Feel Like? Grace Cary / Getty Images Thesephysical changescan include bloating, abdominal tightness, and other digestive issues. Indigestion Indigestion(dyspepsia) is often referred to as an upset stomach. Digestive conditions such asacid reflux, IBS, or food intolerance can also cause indigestion....