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Symptom Library

Complete index of common symptoms, their potential causes, and urgency levels.

Abdomen & Digestion

Abdominal Pain

Pain between the chest and groin, "stomach ache".

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Chest & Lungs

Chest Pain

Discomfort in the chest area, ranging from sharp stabs to dull aching or pressure.

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Chest & Lungs

Chronic Cough

A cough that persists for more than 8 weeks in adults.

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Abdomen & Digestion

Constipation

Infrequent bowel movements or difficulty passing stool.

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Abdomen & Digestion

Diarrhea

Loose, watery and frequent bowel movements.

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Head & Neck

Dizziness & Vertigo

Feeling lightheaded, unsteady, or that the room is spinning.

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Head & Neck

Ear Pain

Discomfort in or around the ear, ranging from dull ache to sharp pain.

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Skin

Easy Bruising

Bruises appearing with minimal or no apparent injury.

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General / Whole Body

Fatigue

Unrelenting exhaustion not relieved by rest.

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General / Whole Body

Fever

Elevated body temperature, usually a sign of infection.

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Abdomen & Digestion

Frequent Urination

Needing to urinate more often than usual, sometimes with urgency.

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Head & Neck

Headache

Pain in any region of the head, appearing as sharp, throbbing, or dull.

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Chest & Lungs

Heart Palpitations

Feeling like your heart is racing, pounding, fluttering or skipping a beat.

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Arms & Legs

Joint Pain

Discomfort, aches, or soreness in any of the body's joints.

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Back & Spine

Lower Back Pain

Pain, stiffness, or tension in the lumbar region.

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Arms & Legs

Muscle Cramps

Sudden, involuntary muscle contractions that can be painful.

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Abdomen & Digestion

Nausea & Vomiting

Unease of the stomach, often leading to vomiting.

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Arms & Legs

Numbness or Tingling

Loss of sensation or "pins and needles" feeling.

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Chest & Lungs

Shortness of Breath (Dyspnea)

Feeling unable to get enough air; tightness in chest.

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Skin

Skin Rash

Change in skin texture or color, often itchy or painful.

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Head & Neck

Sore Throat

Pain, scratchiness or irritation of the throat that often worsens when you swallow.

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Arms & Legs

Swelling (Edema)

Fluid buildup causing puffiness, usually in legs, ankles, or feet.

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Head & Neck

Vision Changes

Any alteration in sight including blurriness, floaters, or vision loss.

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