Jan 11, 2024 · What causes narrow stools? Should I be concerned? Narrow stools that happen now and then probably are harmless. But in some cases, narrow stools — especially if pencil …

Oct 14, 2023 · 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 …

Aug 9, 2024 · Plaque can cause arteries to narrow, blocking blood flow. In PAD, plaque collects in the arteries of the arms or legs. Less common causes of PAD include: Swelling and irritation of …

Jun 27, 2024 · 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 …

Jul 31, 2024 · Growing tumors steadily narrow the esophagus. Foreign bodies. Sometimes food or another object can partially block the throat or esophagus. Older adults with dentures and …

Jul 12, 2025 · Renal artery stenosis is when one or more arteries that carry blood to the kidneys narrow. These are called the renal arteries. Having narrowed renal arteries means the kidneys …

Jul 20, 2024 · Coarctation of the aorta is a narrowing in a part of the body's main artery, called the aorta. The heart must pump more forcefully to send blood through the aorta and on to the rest …

Nov 9, 2021 · 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 …

Nov 5, 2024 · Regular eye exams may catch glaucoma early and save your eyesight. Find out about symptoms and treatment for this vision-stealing eye condition.

Jul 14, 2023 · Obstructive sleep apnea happens when the muscles that support the soft tissues in the throat, such as the tongue and the soft palate at the back of the throat, temporarily relax. …