Blocked Nose and Nasal Congestion: Causes and When to See a Doctor
A blocked nose is most often caused by a common cold or allergic rhinitis, with chronic sinusitis, nasal polyps and…
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Evidence-based healthcare guides for Singapore.
Difficulty Walking and Loss of Balance: Causes and When to Worry
Difficulty walking and loss of balance can stem from inner-ear problems, Parkinson's disease, nerve damage, joint problems or vitamin deficiency,…
Burning Feet: Causes and When to See a Doctor
Burning feet are most commonly caused by peripheral neuropathy - in Singapore, diabetes is the leading cause - along with…
Lower Back Pain: Causes and When to See a Doctor
Most lower back pain is mechanical or muscular and improves within a few weeks, but numbness around the saddle area,…
Stiff Neck: Causes and When to Worry
A stiff neck is most often caused by muscle strain or poor posture and settles within days, but a stiff…
Fever in Adults: Causes & When to See a Doctor
Most fevers in adults are caused by viral infections and common bacterial infections such as urinary, chest or throat infections,…
Eye Pain: Causes & When to See a Doctor
Most eye pain comes from minor causes such as dry eye, eye strain, conjunctivitis, a stye or a foreign body.…
Lump Under the Skin: Causes & When to See a Doctor
Most lumps under the skin are harmless, such as lipomas (soft fatty lumps), cysts and swollen lymph nodes from infection.…
Persistent Sore Throat: Causes & When to See a Doctor
Most sore throats are caused by viral infections and settle within a week, with bacterial tonsillitis, acid reflux and allergies…
Blood in Semen (Haematospermia): Causes and When to See a Doctor
Blood in the semen (haematospermia) is usually benign and self-limiting, especially in men under 40, and often has no clear…