The important correction to that headline is: high cholesterol usually has no symptoms. You generally can’t tell from how you feel whether your cholesterol is too high; a blood test (lipid panel) is the way to find out. In uncommon cases of very high cholesterol, particularly inherited familial hypercholesterolemia, physical signs can occur: Xanthomas — …
10 Early Warning Signs of a Stroke A stroke is a medical emergency. Symptoms usually appear suddenly, and getting treatment quickly can reduce the risk of permanent brain injury. The American Stroke Association recommends remembering B.E. F.A.S.T. www.stroke.org+1 Sudden loss of balance — unexpected difficulty walking, dizziness, or loss of coordination. Sudden vision changes — …
Visible blue veins after 60 are often a normal consequence of aging, rather than a sign that your blood flow is “screaming” that something is wrong. As skin becomes thinner and loses some of its fatty tissue with age, veins can become much easier to see—especially on the hands, arms, legs, and feet. What visible …
Pain on the left side of the body can come from something as simple as a muscle strain, but the location and accompanying symptoms matter. It can involve the chest, abdomen, back, hip, or arm. Possible causes Left chest/arm pain: Muscle strain, nerve irritation, acid reflux, or heart-related problems. Left upper abdomen: Gas, stomach problems, …
The vitamin usually being referred to in headlines like this is vitamin E, but the claim needs important context. Vitamin E and stroke risk High-dose vitamin E supplements have been associated with an increased risk of hemorrhagic stroke (bleeding in the brain) in some randomized-trial analyses. One large meta-analysis of 118,765 participants found about a …
Waking up with a dry mouth is common and often isn’t a sign of something serious. It usually means your mouth isn’t producing enough saliva during sleep—or you’re breathing through your mouth. What could be behind it? Mouth breathing: A blocked nose, allergies, congestion, or sleeping with your mouth open can dry out your mouth …
Waking up with a dry mouth is common and often isn’t a sign of something serious. It usually means your mouth isn’t producing enough saliva during sleep—or you’re breathing through your mouth. What could be behind it? Mouth breathing: A blocked nose, allergies, congestion, or sleeping with your mouth open can dry out your mouth …
Kidney problems can be surprisingly subtle. Many people with early kidney disease have no symptoms at all, so a list of “strange signs” shouldn’t be used to diagnose kidney disease. A blood test for creatinine/eGFR and a urine test for albumin are much more useful. 23 possible signs to know Foamy or unusually bubbly urine …
The claim that “7 medications cause severe dementia and profound brain damage” is misleading. There isn’t a standard medical list of seven medications proven to cause dementia or permanent brain damage. However, some medicines can cause confusion, delirium, sedation, or cognitive impairment, particularly in older adults, and long-term exposure to some drug classes has been …
If this is the viral claim about “cough CPR”—coughing forcefully for 10 seconds during a heart attack—don’t rely on it. It is not a proven way to save yourself from a heart attack. 🚨 What to actually do If you think you’re having a heart attack: Call your local emergency medical service immediately. In Pakistan, …
