Understanding symptoms

Common symptoms, in plain language

When something feels off, it helps to understand the possibilities before you decide what to do. These short guides explain common symptoms using public information from the U.S. National Library of Medicine, including the warning signs that mean you should seek care. None of this is a diagnosis, and it cannot tell you what is causing your symptom.

Why am I dizzy?
Dizziness and vertigo have many possible causes, from inner-ear issues to blood pressure. What t...
Why am I so tired?
Persistent tiredness has many possible causes, from sleep and stress to anemia and thyroid issue...
Why do I have headaches?
Headaches come in different types with different causes, and most are not dangerous. How to tell...
Chest pain
Common causes of chest pain, warning signs that need emergency care, and what to consider next. ...
Shortness of breath
Common causes of shortness of breath, warning signs that need urgent care, and what to consider ...
Abdominal pain
Common causes of abdominal pain, warning signs that need urgent care, and what to consider next....

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These guides use public information from the U.S. National Library of Medicine and are educational, not medical advice. They cannot diagnose the cause of a symptom. If a symptom is severe, sudden, or does not go away, contact a healthcare professional.