Narrow stools: Should I be concerned? - Mayo Clinic Narrow stools that happen now and then probably are harmless But in some cases, narrow stools — especially if pencil thin — may be a sign that the colon is narrowing or has a blockage And that could be due to colon cancer Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) also may cause changes in the size of
Spinal stenosis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic The most common cause of spinal stenosis is wear-and-tear damage in the spine related to arthritis People who have serious spinal stenosis may need surgery Surgery can create more space inside the spine This can ease the symptoms caused by pressure on the spinal cord or nerves But surgery can't cure arthritis, so arthritis pain in the spine may continue
Urethral stricture - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Causes Scar tissue, which can narrow the urethra, can be due to: A medical procedure that involves putting a tool, such as an endoscope, into the urethra A tube that's put into the urethra to drain the bladder, called a catheter Trauma or injury to the urethra or pelvis
Arteriosclerosis atherosclerosis - Symptoms and causes Atherosclerosis is a specific type of arteriosclerosis Atherosclerosis is the buildup of fats, cholesterol and other substances in and on the artery walls This buildup is called plaque The plaque can cause arteries to narrow, blocking blood flow The plaque also can burst, leading to a blood clot Although atherosclerosis is often considered a heart condition, it can affect arteries
Deviated septum - Symptoms causes - Mayo Clinic Trauma to the nose most commonly occurs during contact sports, rough play such as wrestling or automobile accidents Aging can affect nasal structures So a deviated septum can get worse over time Swelling and irritation of the nasal cavities or sinus cavities from an infection can narrow the nasal passage even more The result can be nasal
Glaucoma - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Regular eye exams may catch glaucoma early and save your eyesight Find out about symptoms and treatment for this vision-stealing eye condition
Asthma - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Asthma is a condition in which your airways narrow and swell and may produce extra mucus This can make breathing difficult and trigger coughing, a whistling sound (wheezing) when you breathe out and shortness of breath For some people, asthma is a minor nuisance For others, it can be a major problem that interferes with daily activities and may lead to a life-threatening asthma attack
Small vessel disease - Diagnosis treatment - Mayo Clinic The goals of treatment for small vessel disease are to control the narrowing of the small blood vessels that can lead to a heart attack and to relieve pain Medications for small vessel disease may include: Nitroglycerin (Nitrostat, Nitro-Dur) Nitroglycerin tablets, sprays and patches can ease chest pain by relaxing the coronary arteries and improving blood flow Beta blockers These drugs
Hydronephrosis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Hydronephrosis is swelling of one or both kidneys It happens when urine can't drain from a kidney and builds up in the kidney as a result The condition can be due to a blockage in the tubes that drain urine from the kidneys It also can happen due to a difference present at birth that prevents urine from draining properly In some people, hydronephrosis causes kidney damage over time
Peyronies disease - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic It might even take on an hourglass-like shape, with a tight, narrow band around the shaft The curving and penile shortening linked with Peyronie's disease might become worse over time