Symptoms

Sudden Onset Vomiting and Diarrhea Causes and Dangers

We have all experienced food poisoning or the stomach flu at some point in our lives. Symptoms can arise suddenly and be very severe. From nausea that intensifies within minutes to violent bouts of vomiting and explosive diarrhea, these symptoms are not uncommon with food poisoning or the stomach >> Read More ...

Severe Chest Pain – Meaning, Causes and How To Report Symptoms

Most of us think that the more severe the symptom the more serious the cause. Chest pain is a concern for adults as it can signal heart disease which remains the main cause of adult death in developed countries. However, severe chest pain does not necessarily mean that the cause is always serious. Sometimes a heart attack >> Read More ...

Chest Pain with Stress – Causes, Dangers and Warning Signs

Chest pain is often a cause of concern for adults. With heart disease being one of the most common causes of death among adults, chest pain is often immediately associated with heart problems. However, heart conditions are not the only reason for chest pain. There are many other causes, most of which are not serious or >> Read More ...

Excessive Yawning – Reasons, Causes and How To Prevent It

While most of us will yawn late at night and even after waking from sleep, it is not uncommon to yawn intermittently during the day. Whether you are just tired, experiencing an afternoon dip or bored, yawning is a reflex action that has physiologic and even social implications. It is even considered to be a non-verbal >> Read More ...

Painful Swallowing (Odynophagia) Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

Swallowing is one of the normal reflexes in the body present from birth. It pushes the contents of the mouth (food, beverages and saliva) down the throat and into the esophagus where it is shuttled down to the stomach. This process should not be painful. When there is pain on swallowing then it needs to be investigated >> Read More ...
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