Several conditions or injuries can cause left arm pain, ranging from mild to severe. It occurs from joint overuse or injury and tends to happen in the knee or elbow. The symptoms of bursitis include swelling and pain. Jay Yuno / Getty Images When it affects the left elbow, it can causeleft arm pain. Fractures can occur from falls, accidents, or traumas. Tendonitis is an overuse injury that causes pain and soreness around a joint....
Liver inflammation describes a condition commonly known as hepatitis. Oftentimes, these chronic conditions can beasymptomatic(without symptoms) or subclinical (without readily recognizable symptoms). Acute symptoms may develop soon after the initial infection and dissipate if and when the infection clears. Boris Jovanovic / Getty Images If the infection does not clear, the disease can become chronic and incurable. Even so, severe cases can lead toacute liver failureand death. Arguably, the greater concern is when liver inflammation is chronic....
Gynecomastia, Breast Cancer, and Other Male Breast Concerns Malebreast painis not often talked about. This article explains the possible causes of breast pain and swelling in males. It also discusses when breast pain may be a sign of a more serious concern, like breast cancer. Verywell / Emily Roberts Breast pain can be resulting from hormonal changes, infections, injuries, or from unknown causes. Age can also be a factor. For example, someone may have mild gynecomastia because of their age, weight, and medications they take....
Symptoms include fatigue, headaches, dizziness, among others. These deficiencies can occur for different reasons, such as malnutrition or gastrointestinal conditions. Anemia makes it difficult for the cells in your body to get enough oxygen for normal function. Verywell / Danie Drankwalter Megaloblastic Anemia vs. Macrocytic Anemia Megaloblastic anemia is a jot down ofmacrocyticanemia. Macrocytic anemia includes all types of anemia that cause you to have larger than normal red blood cells....
Morning stiffnessis common in people with arthritis. Sometimes it can even happen if you are being treated for arthritis. The symptoms of morning stiffness can vary depending on the key in of arthritis you have. Peter Dazeley / Photographer’s Choice / Getty Images In your joints, there’s a liquid calledsynovialfluid. When your joints are not moving, the fluid can get thick and gel-like. The gelling makes it harder for the joints to move easily....
Mucus in stool is normal, but it’s not usually visible to the naked eye. It may be blood-tinged, too. Tell your healthcare provider about any blood-tinged mucus or other concerning symptoms. Illustration by Nusha Ashjaee for Verywell Health Illustration by Nusha Ashjaee for Verywell Health 1. Ulcerative Colitis Inulcerative colitis, the mucous membrane of the large intestine is inflamed. It develops small sores called ulcers. These ulcers can bleed and produce pus....
The causes of muscle pain can vary. Muscle pain can also feel differentaching, cramping, stabbing, or burningdepending on what is causing it. It also highlights which symptoms may warrant a call to your healthcare provider. Verywell / Alexandra Gordon Muscle Strain Injuries are a common cause of muscle pain. A muscle can become injured as a result of strenuous exercise or sudden movement. When a muscle is overstretched, it can lead to amuscle strain(a....
Muscle rigidity is very common, and it can be uncomfortable. You might feel like you have muscle rigidity when you cant relax your muscles normally. This feeling can affect any muscle in your body. Westend61 / Getty Images Treatments should address the cause of the muscle rigidity and can include home care or medications. Physical Therapy Often, a physical therapist can diagnose and manage muscle spasms. Along with a comprehensive physical examination, you will have aneurological examination....
While debilitating and extremely painful, cluster headaches are not dangerous. This article will review what a cluster headache feels like and how it’s managed. Potential causes and preventive therapies will also be explored. Illustration by Paige McLaughlin for Verywell Health The pain of a cluster headache is sharp, stabbing, or burning in nature. It is reported as being more severe than childbirth, passing a kidney stone, or breaking a bone....
The Achilles tendon is a thick tendon that attaches your calf muscles to your heel bone. It is crucial for walking, running, and jumping. Over time, this can develop into a degenerative condition called tendinosis. milan2099 / Getty Images This article covers Achilles tendonitis,tendinosis, and rupture and how they can cause Achilles tendon pain. Achilles tendonitis is an inflammatory injury of the Achilles tendon. Signs you may have Achilles tendonitis include:...
Different disorders will cause different types of pain. Treatment for pain between the shoulder blades depends on the cause. A sudden fracture can suggest underlyingosteoporosis(bone disease), for example. Illustration by Joshua Seong for Verywell Health You might also havereferred painfrom other organs in the body. This can lead to pain between your shoulders. Arthritis Arthritismay cause interscapular pain if it occurs in or spreads to the neck and spine. Rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disorder, can also affect the neck and spine....
Popping can occur in any joint of the body. In some cases, popping is something you might feel rather than hear, especially in yourknee. Bubbles of nitrogen, a component of this fluid, can form in your joints. Jose Luis Pelaez Inc / Getty Images When those bubbles escape, in a process known as cavitation, they make a popping noise. When you crack your knuckles, you are forcing the nitrogen bubbles inside the synovial joint fluid out....
Radiculopathy can be diagnosed based on symptoms and imaging tests like a CT scan. The treatment may involve medications,physical therapy, and spinal surgery. What Causes Radiculopathy? Peter Dazeley / Photographer’s Choice / Getty Images The compression alters the transmission of nerve signals, causing pain, weakness, and abnormal sensations. In between is thethoracic spineof the upper and middle back. Can Radiculopathy Be Treated? Typically, radiculopathy is treated with conservative therapies such as over-the-counter (OTC) painkillers and rest....
