Some people experience stomach problems every night while being relatively symptom-free during the day. There are several reasons why this occurs. While it can be related to diet and lifestyle in the evening, there are also certain conditions that worsen in relation to the body’s 24 hour cycle. Nighttime stomach >> Read More ...
Blood is constantly flowing through the legs, including the feet. Oxygen-rich blood reaches the legs through the arteries and the low oxygen blood is carried back to the heart through the veins. When these blood vessels (arteries and veins) are weakened or damaged then the circulation of blood through the legs are >> Read More ...
Anemia is a common blood disorder involving the red blood cells. These are just one type of cell that makes up blood but is crucial for life as it carries oxygen throughout the body. There are several types of anemia but iron deficiency anemia is by far the most common. A large number of cases of iron deficiency anemia is >> Read More ...
Itching may occur at any time of the day and is not always caused by a skin disease. We all experience itching every now and then. It may be due to dry skin or minor skin irritation and it is quickly relieved by light scratching. Itching in these cases is not a cause for concern. However, when itching is persistent or >> Read More ...
It is normal to feel sleepy at night, particularly around the scheduled bedtime. However, there are instances where a person may feel dizzy especially in the evening and more so if they are awake past their bedtime. While dizziness can be due to a host of dietary and medical conditions, there are also other factors that >> Read More ...
Stomach twitching is not usually a problem with the stomach itself. Most people refer to the abdomen as the stomach, which is incorrect. The stomach is one digestive organ within the abdomen. What most people refer to as stomach twitching is actually abdominal twitching. It is not an uncommon problem and in most cases it >> Read More ...
The colon is the last part of the gut. It is the longest part of the large intestine. Most of us know the colon for being the place where stool is formed and stored. Sometimes this stool can become a hard mass. However, it is not the only type of mass that can occur in the bowels. Some colon masses can serious and >> Read More ...
Waking up at night with a burning chest pain can cause any person to become anxious. The thought of a heart attack may come to mind but often this burning chest pain is related to acid reflux. Heartburn is more likely to occur after eating, especially with overeating or consuming spicy foods. However, some people may >> Read More ...
The elbow is the joint between the upper arm and forearm. Many different symptoms can involve the elbow, like elbow pain and stiffness. Sometimes lumps may form in and around the elbow. These lumps are often due to the same causes as elbow pain and elbow stiffness. Lumps may form from the bones in the elbow joint or soft >> Read More ...
It is not uncommon to gain a few pounds after the festive seasons as most people are less active when not working and tend to overindulge in food. However, significant weight gain is not sudden, as in overnight. If or when sudden gain occurs, like within a 24 to 48 hour period, then it could be a sign of various diseases. >> Read More ...
