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  • Dull Headache Every Afternoon Around 3 PM, Could It Be My Desk Job?

    Most days around 3 or 4 pm I get a dull headache that feels like a tight band around my head. I'm on the computer all day and…

    A dull, band-like headache in the afternoon is usually a tension headache. Long hours at a screen, poor posture, skipping meals, not drinking enough water and stress are the most common triggers. Too much…

    Medical Doctors TeamFemale, 32 Years

  • Itchy Red Patches On Both Arms That Get Worse After Hot Showers, Is It Eczema?

    About a month ago I noticed itchy red patches on both arms. They get worse after a hot shower or when I sweat at the gym, and the…

    Itchy, dry, red patches that get worse with hot water and sweat are often caused by eczema (dermatitis). They can also be a reaction to a new soap, washing powder or fabric. Less often,…

    Medical Doctors TeamMale, 29 Years

  • Should I Worry About My Heart Racing When I Lie Down At Night?

    When I lie down to sleep I can feel my heart pounding and sometimes it feels like it skips a beat. It lasts a few minutes and then…

    Feeling your heartbeat when you lie down is common because the room is quiet and you notice it more. Caffeine, stress, dehydration, alcohol, nicotine and some cold medicines can all make the heart beat…

    Medical Doctors TeamFemale, 45 Years

  • Bloated And Gassy After Almost Every Meal, What Can I Change?

    Almost every time I eat, my stomach gets tight and bloated and I pass a lot of gas, especially in the evenings. I eat a lot of bread…

    Bloating after meals is very common and is often caused by swallowing air while eating quickly, fizzy drinks, and foods that produce gas such as beans, onions, wheat and dairy. Some people do not…

    Medical Doctors TeamFemale, 36 Years

  • How Long Does A Lower Back Strain Take To Heal After Lifting?

    Last week I helped my brother move furniture and since then I get a sharp pain in my lower back every time I bend forward to pick something…

    Sharp lower back pain that starts after lifting or moving heavy things is most often a muscle or ligament strain. It usually gets better on its own within two to six weeks.Keep moving gently…

    Medical Doctors TeamMale, 41 Years

  • Irregular Periods 25 To 45 Days Apart For Six Months, Is That Normal?

    My cycle has been all over the place for the last six months. One month my period comes after 25 days, the next after 45. Pregnancy tests are…

    Cycles that change from month to month are common and are often linked to stress, weight changes, intense exercise, poor sleep or thyroid problems. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is another common cause, especially when…

    Medical Doctors TeamFemale, 24 Years

  • Is It Normal To Catch A Cold Every Month?

    I seem to get a cold every 3 or 4 weeks. Runny nose and sore throat for a few days, it clears up, and a few weeks later…

    Most adults catch two to four colds a year, and more if they spend a lot of time around other people. Short sleep is one of the biggest reasons the body struggles to fight…

    Medical Doctors TeamMale, 33 Years

  • Scratchy Throat Every Morning For Two Weeks But No Fever, Should I Worry?

    hi, for about 2 weeks now i wake up and my throat feels scratchy and dry, like sandpaper. after some water and breakfast its ok but the next…

    A scratchy throat that is worst in the morning and improves during the day is very common. The usual causes are dry air in the bedroom (a fan blowing all night can make this…

    Medical Doctors TeamFemale, 27 Years
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