Symptoms of Serious Health Conditions

Symptoms that Come on Suddenly
Note: If you have any of these symptoms, do not wait to see your health care provider. You need to go right away to an emergency room or call 911.

Sudden or developing problems with speech.
Sudden or developing problems with sight.
Sudden or developing trouble with balance and coordination.
Sudden numbness or weakness in face, arms or legs.

Symptoms that Show as Gynecological, or in your Reproductive System

Bleeding or spotting between periods.
Itching, burning or irritation (including bumps, blisters or sores) of the vagina or genital area.
Pain or discomfort during sex.
Severe or painful bleeding with periods.
Severe pelvic pain.
Unusual (for you) vaginal discharge of any type or color, or with strong odor.

Symptoms that Show as Changes in the Breast

Breast nipple discharge.
Unusual breast tenderness or pain.
Breast or nipple skin changes: ridges, dimpling, pitting, swelling, redness, or scaling.
Lump or thickening in or near breast or in underarm area, or tenderness.

Symptoms that Show as Breathing/Coughing/Lung Problems

Coughing up blood.
Persistent cough that gets worse over time.
Repeated bouts of bronchitis or pneumonia.
Shortness of breath.
Wheezing.

Symptoms that Show as Stomach/Intestinal/Digestive Problems

Bleeding from the rectum.
Blood or mucus in the stool (including diarrhea) or black stools.
Change in bowel habits or not being able to control bowels.
Constipation, diarrhea, or both.
Heartburn or acid reflux (feels like burning in throat or mouth).
Pain or feeling of fullness in stomach.
Unusual abdominal swelling, bloating, or general discomfort.
Vomiting up blood.

Symptoms that Show as Urination or Bladder Problems

Difficult or painful urination.
Frequent urination or loss of bladder control.
Blood in urine.
Feeling the urge to urinate when bladder is empty.

Symptoms that Show on the Skin

Changes in skin moles; moles that are no longer round or turn blacker.
Frequent flushing and redness of face and neck.
Jaundice (skin and whites of eyes turn yellow).
Painful, crusty, scaling or oozing skin lesions that don't go away or heal.
Sensitivity to the sun.
Small lump on skin that is smooth, shiny and waxy (red or reddish-brown).

Symptoms that Show as Muscle or Joint Pain and Stiffness

Muscle pains and body aches that are persistent, or come and go often.
Numbness, tingling (pins and needles sensation) or discomfort in hands, feet, or limbs.
Pain, stiffness, swelling, or redness in or around joints.


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