Hey there, viewers!
We don’t want to sound like alarmists, or make you put your doctor on your speed dial.
But we often ignore minor health-related warning signs, which turn into bigger issues later
down the road.
That headache you get every other afternoon-- let’s not ignore it!
Better safe than sorry.
In today’s video, we’ll be discussing 35 symptoms that warrant a call to your doctor
immediately.
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Can they be a big issue?
What about unexplained eye pain?
Or, intense shoulder pain?
We’ll talk about all of these AND more...
1.
Floaters Floaters appear in your vision and are usually
a minor issue.
However, they could also signal something more serious, such as retinal detachment,
a retinal tear, or inflammation in the eye.
If not treated immediately, it may result in permanent loss of vision.
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2.
High fever Although a fever usually goes away, a high
one can be a sign of more serious things to come.
It’s important you contact your doctor as soon as you can to rule out things like bacterial
infection and pneumonia.
3.
Unexplained eye pain If your eye starts to hurt for no obvious
reason, it could be a sign of conjunctivitis.
If that’s the case, you will need to medicate immediately.
Even if it’s not conjunctivitis, it could be a sign of a serious complication.
4.
Shortness of breath Shortness of breath is common when you’ve
done a workout, or gone through a strenuous activity.
But if you haven’t done anything, it could be a sign of heart related issues.
5.
Blurry vision When your vision becomes blurry out of the
blue, it’s more than likely you’re suffering from chronic issues such as diabetes and hypertension.
It could also be a case of high cholesterol levels.
Blurred vision could point towards multiple sclerosis.
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6.
Intense shoulder pain If you’re feeling intense pain in either
of your shoulders, you might be experiencing a heart attack.
This is especially true if the pain has come suddenly, or has increased very quickly.
7.
Contacts and red, watery eyes If you’re someone who wears contact lenses,
you’re at a greater risk of suffering an eye infection.
This is especially true if you’re not thoroughly cleaning your lenses.
So if your eyes seem too watery, or are red and painful, it’s best to get them checked
with a doctor immediately.
8.
Chest pressure If you feel pressure on your chest, it could
be another sign of a heart attack, or maybe pneumonia.
It can also indicate a pulmonary embolism.
It’s necessary to check every issue with your heart.
Even if it turns out to be nothing, it’s better to be safe than sorry.
9.
Double vision Having double vision every now and then, especially
when you’re very tired, is normal.
But if it has come out of the blue, and doesn’t seem to go away unless you close your eyes,
a trip to the doctor is mandatory.
This could be a sign of high blood pressure, or even a stroke.
10.
Chest tightness Just like with chest pressure, even a bit
of tightness could point to the same issues.
You will need to see a doctor and tell them about all the symptoms you’re facing, so
they can make the right diagnosis.
11.
Weakness on one side If you feel weak on only one side of your
body, it could be an indication of a stroke.You need to see a doctor right away!
12.
Chest pain One of the most common symptoms of a heart
attack is chest pain.
Although chest pain may be caused by acid reflux, it would be better if you get it checked
by a doctor to be completely safe.
13.
Dizziness with chest pain You could be dizzy for any number of reasons.
But if you’re feeling a pain in your chest at the same time, it could be a sign of heart
disease.
14.
Leg or foot pain If you feel a pain in your leg or foot that
seems to be getting worse during the night, it could be the sign of a stress fracture.
It will only get worse if you continue to walk on it without treatment.
This pain could also be an indication of a blood clot.
15.
Throat pain starting from the chest If you have throat pain, you would normally
not give it much thought, as it could just be a sore throat.
But if the pain first started in your chest, and then moved up to your throat, it’s a
symptom of a heart-related issue.
16.
Rapid breathing It’s normal to breathe rapidly after a physical
activity.
But if it happens out of the blue, it could be the result of a blood clot in your lungs.
There could also be an issue with your heart.
Or it could be an underlying condition like asthma.
17.
Breaking into a sweat Sweating is also common after a physical activity.
It can also happen when the environment you’re in is particularly hot, or if you have a fever.
But if you break into a sweat for no apparent reason, it could be a sign of heart-related
issues.
18.
Stiff neck and headache When you suffer a stiff neck, it’s probably
because of a spasm in the muscles.
But if you have a headache along with the stiffness, it could be because of a brain
infection.
This is especially true when you become very sensitive to light.
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19.
Swollen legs, feet or ankles If these areas seem to be swelling out of
nowhere, it could be a symptom of congestive heart failure and liver disease.
Cancer is also not out of the realm of possibility.
20.
Burning yourself When you burn yourself, whether it’s due
to working in the kitchen or playing with fire, it’s hard to tell just how bad it
is.
On the surface, it could look harmless, when really the opposite is true.
It’s best to get the burn checked by a doctor to be completely sure.
21.
Skipping heart beats If your heart seems to be skipping a beat,
and not just metaphorically, then it’s a sign of a serious problem.
It’s best for your doctor to look at it so they can figure out what’s causing this
abnormal situation.
22.
Lower right back pain Pain in your lower right back could be a sign
of appendicitis.
This is usually the case if you haven’t pulled a muscle.
23.
Flu While the flu can be treated with medication,
you need to take it seriously if you have underlying conditions.
For instance, if you have diabetes, the flu can become very serious in your case.
24.
Vomiting for more than a day Vomiting in itself is not a big concern.
But if you’ve been vomiting frequently for more than a day, it could be a viral illness
or food poisoning.
Dehydration could be another reason as well.
A change in electrolytes can also be a cause, which your doctor would want to treat immediately.
25.
Diarrhea for more than a day Just as is the case with vomiting, suffering
with diarrhea for more than a day could be a much more serious issue.
Your potassium levels could drop significantly, and cause other complications.
26.
No urination for more than six hours If you haven’t had to pee for more than
six hours, it’s generally an indication of dehydration.
But if you’re having this problem despite drinking significant amounts of water, it
could be a sign of kidney failure.
27.
Racing pulse Usually, your pulse will go fast if you’re
anxious.
You may also have an abnormality in your heart’s rhythm.
Either way, you will need to get treatment as soon as possible.
28.
Hurts while swallowing If you’re having trouble swallowing, even
something as normal as your own spit, it’s time to call the doctor.
This condition is a warning sign of something more serious.
29.
Unable to breathe because of cold If you have a cold, you will generally face
some discomfort with your breathing.
But if it has become so serious that you’re not even able to breathe properly, it could
be a symptom of pneumonia.
30.
Hurts when you pee If it hurts when you’re urinating, it’s
more or less a sign of a urinary tract infection.
You could try to wait it out by drinking a lot of water, but it’s best to see a doctor
if the condition sticks around.
31.
Severe abdominal pain If you have a severe pain in your abdomen,
it could be for any number of reasons.
It could be a sign of appendicitis or because your bowels are being obstructed.
Other conditions such as gallstones, hernias, and diverticulitis could also serve as reasons.
32.
Mood swings If you’re having mood changes for no particular
reason, there are a wide variety of possibilities you should consider.
It could be because of a mental health disorder, or even diabetes that has not yet been diagnosed.
You could even be showing signs of a stroke.
33.
Severe headache If you have a severe headache, it could be
because of bleeding in your brain.
It’s best to get it checked immediately, and not look towards medication for relief.
34.
Passing out If you have passed out for no particular reason,
you shouldn’t ignore it.
This could be because of low glucose levels, or low blood pressure.
It could also be because of a heart condition or seizure.
35.
Unable to see out of one eye If you’re unable to see properly with one
of your eyes, it could be because of a migraine.
But if you’ve never had migraines, you should contact your doctor.
It could be because of a stroke or a blockage in the blood vessels of your neck.
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