Jul 24, 2025 · Carotid artery disease occurs when fatty deposits, called plaques, clog the blood vessels that deliver blood to the brain and head (carotid arteries). These clogged blood …

Dec 18, 2025 · Some people have noses that are stuffy and run all the time without a known reason. This is called nonallergic rhinitis or vasomotor rhinitis. A polyp, an object such as a …

Aug 18, 2025 · Symptoms of a blocked tear duct include: Very watery eye. Redness of the white part of the eye Eye infection or irritation that happens again and again, known as pink eye. …

Aug 13, 2024 · Mastitis is swelling and redness, called inflammation, of breast tissue. It sometimes involves an infection. Besides causing swelling and redness, mastitis causes …

Jun 14, 2024 · Coronary angioplasty and stent placement. This treatment opens clogged blood vessels in the heart. A tiny balloon on a thin tube, called a catheter, is used to widen a clogged …

Jun 14, 2024 · Coronary artery disease often develops over many years. Symptoms are from the lack of blood flow to the heart. They may include chest pain and shortness of breath. A …

Sep 20, 2025 · Earwax blockage happens when earwax, called cerumen, builds up in your ear or becomes too hard to wash away naturally. Earwax is a helpful and natural part of your body's …

Symptoms Mild atherosclerosis usually doesn't cause symptoms. Atherosclerosis symptoms usually don't happen until an artery is so narrowed or clogged that it can't send enough blood …

Apr 24, 2024 · Plugged ears are usually a mild, temporary problem. Learn about potential causes and treatments.

An infection, growths in the sinuses, called nasal polyps, or swelling of the lining of the sinuses can cause chronic sinusitis. Symptoms might include a blocked or stuffy nose that makes it …