6 symptoms that can not be ignored
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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If something is not right, then the body immediately gives a signal in the form of pain, thus warning of the danger to health. Sometimes there is pain that a person can explain and take action to eliminate it. However, it also happens that the pain sensations come suddenly and, it would seem, from nowhere. In this case it is important not to ignore the symptoms, but immediately seek help from a specialist.
We suggest you familiarize yourself with important signs and symptoms, knowledge of which will help you react faster to body signals and protect your health.
Strong headache
Strong headaches, unfortunately, are not uncommon. Sometimes they can arise as a result of overexertion, stress or fatigue. However, if the headache becomes a regular phenomenon or is accompanied by numbness of the nape, heat, confusion, visual impairment, weakness or noise in the ears, this may indicate inflammation of the blood vessels, brain tumors, meningitis, or cerebral bleeding. Tablets here will not help, you need to immediately consult a doctor.
Acute toothache
It can occur due to damage to the enamel and, as a result, damage to the nerve. Bacteria will rub the bare nerve until you fill the tooth, so it is better not to delay with a visit to the dentist, otherwise the infection can get into the blood and spread throughout the body. The longer you delay the visit to the dentist, the more likely the loss of a tooth.
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Sharp pain in the side
Sharp pain in the side in combination with a strong fever and nausea may indicate an inflammation of the appendix. In this case, you need to immediately call an ambulance, otherwise the pus-filled appendix can burst, and its contents spill into the abdominal cavity. For women, acute pain in the side can be dangerous and of a different nature. Such symptoms can be caused by an ovarian cyst. They can dissolve by themselves, but if it breaks or moves, it can cause terribly unpleasant sensations.
Chest Pain
Usually people refer to chest pain rather negligently, just do not pay attention and do not even think about visiting a specialist. However, if you feel that the constant pain in the chest is accompanied by shortness of breath and pain in the upper body, you should immediately consult a doctor.
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Back pain with tingling toes
Back pain can be associated with physical exertion, but if they do not go through and do not help the medication, then perhaps one of the spinal discs squeezes the nerve and needs the help of a specialist. Actions without consulting a doctor can cause serious harm to health.
Pain in the legs
If you feel that the caviar has turned red and when you feel pain, it's possible that you have deep vein thrombosis. Self-alleviating pain symptoms, massaging or doing wraps, it is impossible. You risk sending a thrombus on a journey through the veins, where it can reach the lungs and provoke a stop of breathing.