Events caused by sleep apnea and atrial fibrillation, two disorders that share many of the same risk factors and symptoms, can wake you up to a pounding heart. Unless you have an emotional condition, such as anxiety, your increased pulse rate may have these physical causes.

Though rarely used in men, female hormones such as estrogen and progesterone can be taken by males for medical conditions such as testicular cancer, prostate enlargement and aromatase deficiency. Female hormone treatment in men carries a number of risks, because it suppresses the production of testosterone.

Physicians divide the abdomen into quadrants to evaluate symptoms such as pain. While you may be unable to pinpoint exactly which internal organs are causing you pain, you can usually distinguish among the quadrants.

If your blood pressure is higher than normal, a mineral imbalance in your diet may be at least partially responsible. Most Americans consume improper amounts of the potassium and sodium that regulate the force exerted on the walls of your arteries by blood pumped from the heart.

Hernias are a common affliction that can occur in men, women and children. More than 70 percent of all hernias are called inguinal hernias. Inguinal hernias cause the intestines to bulge through an opening near the groin, according to Teens Health.

Suffering from sciatic nerve pain can affect your whole life as it limits your ability to be active.

Creatine is an amino acid that is produced by your body through normal pancreas, kidney and liver function. Creatine makes protein in your body to help build muscle and supply energy.

Ear wax is a substance made in your ear to protect the skin from water and infection, according to the American Hearing Research Foundation. The wax can trap bacteria, dust and foreign particles from getting in your ear. Sometimes, this wax builds up and gets trapped in your ear.

High acid in the stomach can lead to gastroesophageal reflux disease. The condition is characterized by persistent heartburn, a burning in the chest or abdomen and tissue damage due to prolonged exposure of the lining of the esophagus to stomach acid.

Bad breath, also known as halitosis, can be an embarrassing social problem. You may have bad breath without knowing it, so proper dental hygiene in combination with zinc-containing products is key to ensuring your breath is fresh.

An aspirin peel contains salicylic acid that may help reduce excessive oil and acne. A citrus juice and gelatin peel will firm and tone while the antioxidants in the citrus juice will protect and nourish the skin. Both will exfoliate and rejuvenate the skin by removing dead, dry skin cells.

A sinus infection is the inflammation of the sinus cavity due to a virus, bacteria or fungus, according to MedlinePlus.