Symptoms

Most of us experience back pain at some point or another, and it can mean different things depending on the location. Here's what lower left back pain may mean.

For those with ovarian cancer, early detection of the disease is vital. However, many symptoms might be overlooked. Here's what you should look out for.

MRSA is a strain of staph bacteria that can work its way into open sores and wounds, causing infection. Here are the ways an MRSA infection affects the body.

Finding a lump is one of the most common ways to catch breast cancer early, but there are others, too. Here are some of the unexpected symptoms of the disease.

Most of the time, cirrhosis that isn't extensive doesn't have symptoms. Here are some signs to watch out for and discuss with a medical professional.

Each cell in the body has thousands of enzymes performing numerous functions. This is what it means when you have high levels of the enzyme creatine kinase.

Scratching can usually relieve an itch. But, if you have neuropathic itching, this may not work. Here's what you can do to treat neuropathic itch.

When your skin itches, a good scratch can often make the discomfort go away. However, with neuropathic itching this may not work. Here's what causes it.

Certain symptoms in men might be a signal that they've developed type 2 diabetes. Here are the signs that might warrant a visit to your doctor.

Your tongue can offer important clues to your health status. Here are some common signs you may want to pay attention to.

Antiperspirants are a non-invasive way to deal with excessive sweating on the skin. They work by forming a temporary "plug" in the pores.

There are over 100 types of arthritic conditions, including osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Here are early signs you could be developing arthritis.

While not as common as other diseases, meningitis affects a sizeable proportion of U.S. individuals each year. Here are the symptoms you shouldn't ignore.

Albumin is a protein produced by the liver which circulates in the bloodstream and performs several vital functions. This is what it means when albumin is high.

If your tongue is discolored or displays any other atypical characteristics, this could point to an underlying issue. Here's what causes bumps on the tongue.

Freckles, those tiny spots that appear anywhere you get a lot of sun, are generally harmless. However, they could be a precursor to a more serious condition.

If meningitis B inflammation persists for a prolonged time, it may lead to permanent brain and nerve damage or even death. Here are some of its common symptoms

People who have rheumatoid arthritis may experience symptoms that set it apart from other types of arthritis. This is how it feels to have it in the neck.

Lactation is the normal process that naturally happens in women who have recently given birth. Is it possible for males to lactate? The answer may surprise you.

Being bloated is a common experience, and many choose to suffer it in silence. Learn about a survey that shows why people don't discuss it with their doctors.

Although pain in the chest is often confused with being heart-related, it can also be linked to the sternum. These are the most common causes of sternum pain.

Bladder pressure is an intense pain in the abdominal region with an increased urge to urinate more frequently. Here's what you can do to easily relieve it.

Heartburn is a common ailment that can have several different symptoms, depending on the person. Find out if throat tightness can be caused by heartburn.

Color changes in your poop are natural. However, there are times when a particular stool color might indicate something serious. Here's what poop color means.

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Mahsa Karavan shares the top three signs you may have eczema.

Seizures can occur in people of any age, and may look different depending on the type of seizure. Here are the signs you might see.

Folake Olowofoyeku endured years of agony before her endometriosis surgery. She told Health Digest how she was finally able to conquer it with treatment.