Brown period blood has various causes but isnt usually a reason to be concerned. However, sometimes,brown dischargecan indicate pregnancy or a health concern. Prostock-Studio / Getty Images 1. Prostock-Studio / Getty Images For people with a very light flow, blood may appear brown throughout their entire period. This is more common if you use a birth control method that can cause lighter periods. As a result, the blood may look a little brown....

Sometimes, your poop is red because you’ve had red or orange foods. However, if you cant trace the color back to something youve eaten, don’t ignore it. It may be bloody stool, known ashematochezia. Verywell / JR Bee In this case, you do not have blood in your stool. Your stool is red because of the dye or natural color of the food you ate. Hemorrhoids Hemorrhoidsare a common cause of bright red blood in the stool or on toilet paper....

About 30% of people have it at any given time. Thats because you could scrub off the beneficial substances that help your skin stay healthy. They work as a natural barrier to keep moisture in. NickyLloyd / Getty Images Washing and Sanitizing Frequent hand washing and hand sanitizer use can dry out your skin. To prevent it, pat your hands dry instead of rubbing them and moisturize afterward. But many soaps are alkaline (the opposite of acidic....

“Pruritus"is the medical term used to describe the feeling of itchy skin. This article discusses the types, causes, and remedy options for pruritus. Rawpixel / Getty Images What Does Pruritus Feel Like? Rawpixel / Getty Images Pruritus is a feeling ofitchinessor irritation on the skin that drives you to scratch the affected area. The sensation feels similar to pain, but it does not develop in precisely the same way. When people feel pain, their initial reflex is to withdraw, whereas pruritus drives them to scratch....

Sensitive skin is a common condition that makes your skin more prone to reactions such as redness and itching. Sensitive skin may require a visit to the dermatologist. There are many ways to ease the irritation and symptoms of sensitive skin. Ellen Lindner / Verywell This article discusses how to know if you have sensitive skin and what might be causing it. It also discusses ways to care for it at home and signs you should see a dermatologist....

For most people, an itchy stomach isn’t a cause for concern. This article covers the symptoms and possible causes of an itchy stomach and risk factors. It also discusses when to seek a diagnosis and what it’s possible for you to do at home. Kittisak Jirasittichai / EyeEm / Getty Images Causes of an Itchy Stomach There are several reasons why your stomach might itch. With a severe caseespecially if the rash spreads quicklyit’s crucial to get emergency care right away....

BHT usually clears on with improved dental care and lifestyle changes. A black tongue may also be due to tongue staining. In rare cases, it may be a sign of an underlying medical condition, such asdiabetesorHIV. Verywell / Laura Porter Verywell / Laura Porter What Is Black Hairy Tongue? The elongated papillae give BHT it characteristically hairy appearance. BHT will typically recur until the underlying causes are identified and addressed....

However, some causes, like bacterial infections, need medical treatment. These products can cause dryness, irritation, redness, and itching. This kind of irritation is common (especially in children) and is sometimes called soap or chemical vulvitis. Verywell / Emily Roberts Many products contain ingredients that can cause vaginal itching and irritation, including: Vagina or Vulva? However, problems in the vagina may also be the source of itching. When a protein from sweat interacts with bacteria on the skin, it can cause an unpleasant odor....

The only time when these changes might be concerning is when they happen suddenly for no apparent reason. Verywell / Lara Antal What Conditions Affect Breast Size? Breast asymmetry is defined as a unilateral (one-sided) unevenness of breast volume, dimension, and/or position. Verywell / Lara Antal Some causes are permanent and others are transient (temporary). Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Other Hormonal Changes Breasts may become uneven duringpregnancy. They might grow larger and sometimes be lopsided as the body prepares forlactation(breastfeeding)....

The drug is intended to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. It is not a cure. The news about Aduhelms approval is both exciting and controversial. Siriporn Kaenseeya / EyeEm / Getty Images It’s exciting because it is the first new drug approved to treat Alzheimers since 2003. Its controversial because its not clear from the clinical trial that the drug will actually work. Last year, an FDA panel concluded there wasn’t enough evidence to prove the drug was effective....

These conditions are often painful and interfere with walking. Treatment will vary depending on the underlying cause. Tara Moore / Getty Images 1. Tara Moore / Getty Images Plantar Calluses Plantar callusesare areas of thick, tough skin that develop on the bottom of your foot. The callus develops in areas of excess pressure and friction. Treatment A mild callus that doesn’t cause symptoms may not need treatment. However, you should have a go at determine what’s rubbing and irritating that area of the foot....

Adark spoton the lip may appear for a variety of reasons. Other causes (like skin cancer) are more dangerous and require immediate attention. Skin Cancer Skin cancercan take the form of a dark spot. Boy_Anupong / Getty Images You may mistake them for a sore that doesn’t seem to be healing. Hyperpigmentation Hyperpigmentationcan cause dark spots or patches on the skin anywhere on the body. Several factors can cause hyperpigmentation and dark spots....

Bacterial causes may need treatment with antibiotics, while fungal causes are effectively resolved with antifungals. Other conditions are allowed to run their course, using saltwater gargles and pain relievers to help ease symptoms. Severe or recurrent tonsillitis may require atonsillectomy. LaylaBird / Getty Images They function likelymph nodes, filtering out bacteria and other germs to prevent infection. The condition may beacute(sudden and severe) orchronic(persistent). In rare cases, tonsillitis can also be sparked by sexually transmitted infections likechlamydia,gonorrhea, andherpes....