Women's life stages
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Kidney pain
Find out how this type of pain may feel and what health problems can cause it.
Low potassium (hypokalemia)
Low potassium (hypokalemia): Symptom — Overview covers what can cause this blood test result.
Nausea and vomiting
Motion sickness and drinking alcohol are among the many common causes of nausea and vomiting. Serious diseases can also have this effect.
Nipple discharge
Fluid leaking from the nipples isn't often a sign of breast cancer. Learn more about the possible causes and when to see a doctor.
Painful urination (dysuria)
Learn about possible causes for pain, burning or other trouble while peeing and when to get medical help.
Pelvic pain
This type of pain can be dull or sharp. You may feel it all the time or only sometimes. Learn about possible causes and when to seek care.
Rectal bleeding
Blood in your stool, on the toilet paper or in the toilet bowl can have various causes. See your doctor if it lasts more than a day or two.
Unexplained weight loss
Unexplained weight loss has many causes — some serious. Find out when losing weight without trying calls for a medical evaluation.
Vaginal bleeding
Bleeding from your vagina that's different from your period might signal a problem. Learn about possible causes and when you should see a doctor.
Vaginal bleeding after sex
This symptom might not require a checkup. But if you've gone through menopause, contact your health care team to find out the cause of bleeding from the vagina.