Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome is characterized by the onset of sudden, severe pain in the upper right area of the abdomen. Pain may spread to additional areas including the right shoulder and the inside of the right arm. Movement often increases pain. The upper right area may be extremely tender. Additional symptoms may occur in some cases including fever, chills, night sweats, vomiting and nausea. Some affected individuals may develop hea  Read More

Kikuchi’s disease is a rare nonmalignant disorder that affects the lymph nodes. Lymph nodes are present throughout the body as small oval structures that filter lymph fluid, fight infection and form white blood cells and blood plasma cells. In addition to swelling and pain in the abdomen the lymph nodes on the side of the neck and near the salivary glands are often be affected. Affected individuals may develop mild fever, night s  Read More

Kikuchi’s disease is a rare nonmalignant disorder that affects the lymph nodes. Lymph nodes are present throughout the body as small oval structures that filter lymph fluid, fight infection and form white blood cells and blood plasma cells. In addition to swelling and pain in the abdomen the lymph nodes on the side of the neck and near the salivary glands are often be affected. Affected individuals may develop mild fever, night s  Read More

In the months or years leading up to menopause (perimenopause), you might experience these signs and symptoms: Irregular periods Vaginal dryness Hot flashes Chills Night sweats Sleep problems Mood changes Weight gain and slowed metabolism Thinning hair and dry skin Loss of breast fullness Symptoms, including changes in menst  Read More

Signs and symptoms of premature ovarian failure are similar to those of going through menopause and are typical of estrogen deficiency. They include: Irregular or skipped periods (amenorrhea), which might be present for years or develop after a pregnancy or after stopping birth control pills Difficulty conceiving Hot flashes Night sweats Vaginal dryness Irritability or difficulty  Read More