First Signs You Have a Serious Illness, Say Experts

First Signs You Have a Serious Illness, Say Experts

    Knowing the warning signals of a major condition, such as heart disease, can save your life, according to doctors, because every minute matters. That's why we gathered the early indicators of diabetes, Alzheimer's, cancer, heart disease, and, of course, COVID-19 in one convenient location. Click through each one and read it; it only takes a few minutes, and as we've already stated, every minute counts.

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First Signs of Diabetes You Need to Know

"Diabetes symptoms such as the ones listed below are common. According to the American Diabetes Association, "some patients with diabetes have symptoms that are so subtle that they go unrecognized."

• ·         "I'm urinating a lot."
• ·         Feeling extremely thirsty and hungry, despite the fact that you are eating
• ·         Extreme exhaustion
• ·         Vision is blurry.
• ·         Cuts and bruises that take a long time to heal
• ·         Even if you're eating more, you're losing weight (type 1)
• ·         Tingling, discomfort, or numbness in the hands/feet (type 2)" Contact your doctor if you suffer any of these symptoms.

 

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First Signs of Alzheimer's You Need to Know

    "Alzheimer's disease symptoms are often categorized into three stages. Memory lapses are the most common symptom of Alzheimer's disease in its early stages. Someone with early Alzheimer's disease, for example, may, "According to the NHS:

"forget recent discussions or occurrences misplace items forget the names of places and objects struggle to come up with the proper word

Asking questions repeatedly demonstrates poor judgment or makes decision-making more difficult.

become less adaptable and less willing to try new things

Increased anxiety or agitation, as well as spells of bewilderment, are common indications of mood shifts."

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First Signs of Cancer You Need to Know

"The majority of signs and symptoms are not caused by cancer, but rather by other factors. If you have any signs or symptoms that do not go away or worsen, you should contact a doctor to determine what is causing them. "If cancer is not the cause, a doctor can assist in determining the cause and, if necessary, treating it," according to the American Cancer Society. "Lymph nodes, for example, are part of the immune system and aid in the capture of dangerous compounds in the body. Normal lymph nodes are small and difficult to locate. However, infection, inflammation, or malignancy can cause the nodes to enlarge. Near the skin's surface, they can become large enough to feel with your fingers, and some can even appear as a lump or swelling under the skin. If cancer becomes stuck in the lymph nodes, they may swell. So, if you see odd swelling or a lump, consult your doctor to figure out what's wrong.

Here are some of the more typical signs and symptoms associated with cancer. However, any of them can be caused by a variety of other issues.

• ·         Fatigue or excessive exhaustion that does not improve with rest.
• ·         Weight reduction or gain of at least 10 pounds for no apparent reason
• ·         Problems with eating, such as a lack of appetite, difficulty swallowing, stomach pain, or nausea and vomiting
• ·         Anywhere in the body, swelling or lumps
• ·         Breast thickening or a bulge in another region of the body
• ·         Pain that doesn't go away or becomes worse, especially if it's new or for no apparent reason
• ·         A lump that bleeds or becomes scaly, a new mole or a change in an existing mole, a sore that does not heal, or a yellowish color to the skin or eyes are all signs of skin alterations (jaundice).
• ·         Coughing or hoarseness that persists
• ·         Unusual bleeding or bruising with no apparent cause
• ·         Changes in bowel habits that don't go away, such as constipation or diarrhea, or a change in the appearance of your stools
• ·         Changes in the bladder, such as pain when passing urine, blood in the urine, or the desire to pass urine more frequently or less frequently
• ·         Night sweats or a fever
• ·         Aches and pains
• ·         Problems with vision or hearing
• ·         Sores, bleeding, pain, and numbness in the mouth."

 

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First Signs of Heart Disease You Need to Know

 

According to the Mayo Clinic, "heart disease symptoms vary depending on the type of heart disease you have." For example, "atherosclerosis (ath-ur-o-skluh-ROE-sis)" (a accumulation of fatty plaques in your arteries) might harm your blood vessels and heart. Plaque buildup causes blood arteries to narrow or obstruct, which can result in a heart attack, chest pain (angina), or stroke.

Men and women may experience different symptoms of coronary artery disease. Men, for example, are more likely to experience chest pain. Along with chest tightness, women are more prone to experience additional signs and symptoms such as shortness of breath, nausea, and excessive exhaustion.

The following are examples of signs and symptoms: 

• ·         Pain in the chest, tightness in the chest, pressure in the chest, and discomfort in the chest (angina)
• ·         Breathing problems
• ·         If the blood arteries in your legs or arms are narrowed, you may experience pain, numbness, weakness, or coldness.
• ·         Neck, jaw, throat, upper abdominal, or back pain"

 

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First Signs of COVID You Need to Know

According to Johns Hopkins, "early symptoms reported by some persons include weariness, headache, sore throat, or fever." "Others report losing their sense of smell or taste. COVID-19 can cause modest symptoms at initially, but over the course of five to seven days, symptoms such as coughing and shortness of breath can increase. COVID-19 can cause pneumonia in certain patients. The type and intensity of early symptoms might vary greatly from person to person, which is why it is critical to contact your doctor if you experience any symptoms, no matter how little." In fact, if you suffer any of the symptoms on this list, you should see your doctor.