Disease with symptoms pt 1

Diseases with symptoms

Abdominal aortic aneurysm*A pulsating feeling near the navel. *Deep, constant pain in your abdomen or on the side of your abdomen. *Back pain.

Abscess or Bartholin's cyst*A tender, painful lump near the vaginal opening. *Discomfort while walking or sitting. *Pain during intercourse. *Fever.

Absence seizures*Sudden stop in motion without falling. *Lip smacking. *Eyelid flutters *Chewing motions. *Finger rubbing. *Small movements of both hands.

Acanthosis nigricans*dark, thickened, velvety skin in body folds and creases — typically in your armpits, groin and back of the neck. The skin changes usually appear slowly. The affected skin may also have an odor or itch.

Achilles tendinitis*mild ache in the back of the leg or above the heel after running or other sports activity. *Episodes of more severe pain may occur after prolonged running, stair climbing or sprinting. *Tenderness or stiffness.

Achilles tendon rupture*Pain, possibly severe, and swelling near your heel. *An inability to bend your foot downward or "push off" the injured leg when you walk. *An inability to stand on your toes on the injured leg. *A popping or snapping sound when the injury occurs.

Acid reflux or Gastroesophageal reflux disease GERD*A burning sensation in your chest (heartburn), sometimes spreading to your throat, along with a sour taste in your mouth. *Chest pain. *Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia). *Dry cough.

*Hoarseness or sore throat. *Regurgitation of food or sour liquid (acid reflux). *Sensation of a lump in your throat.

Infant reflux* Spitting up and vomiting .

Anterior cruciate ligament ACL injury*A loud "pop" sound. *Severe pain and inability to continue activity. *Knee swelling that usually worsens for hours after the injury occurs. *A feeling of instability or "giving way" with weight bearing.

Acne*Whiteheads (closed plugged pores). *Blackheads (open plugged pores — the oil turns brown when it is exposed to air). *Small red, tender bumps (papules). *Pimples (pustules), which are papules with pus at their tips. *Large, solid, painful lumps beneath the surface of the skin (nodules). *Painful, pus-filled lumps beneath the surface of the skin (cystic lesions). Acoustic neuroma*Hearing loss, usually gradual — although in some cases sudden — and occurring on only one side or more pronounced on one side. *Ringing (tinnitus) in the affected ear. *Unsteadiness, loss of balance. *Dizziness (vertigo). *Facial numbness and very rarely, weakness.

Acromegaly*Enlarged hands and feet. *Coarsened, enlarged facial features. *Coarse, oily, thickened skin. *Excessive sweating and body odor. *Small outgrowths of skin tissue (skin tags). *Fatigue and muscle weakness. *A deepened, husky voice due to enlarged vocal cords and sinuses. *Severe snoring due to obstruction of the upper airway. *Impaired vision. *Headaches. *Enlarged tongue. *Pain and limited joint mobility. *Menstrual cycle irregularities in women. *Erectile dysfunction in men. *Enlarged liver, heart, kidneys, spleen and other organs. *Increased chest size (barrel chest). Actinic keratosis-

*Rough, dry or scaly patch of skin, usually less than 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) in diameter. *Flat to slightly raised patch or bump on the top layer of skin. *In some cases, a hard, wart-like surface. *Color as varied as pink, red or brown, or flesh-colored. *Itching or burning in the affected area.

Acute coronary syndrome*Chest pain (angina) that feels like burning, pressure or tightness. *Pain elsewhere in the body, such as the left upper arm or jaw (referred pain). *Nausea. *Vomiting. *Shortness of breath (dyspnea). *Sudden, heavy sweating (diaphoresis). *Abdominal pain. *Pain similar to heartburn. *Clammy skin. *Lightheadedness, dizziness or fainting. *Unusual or unexplained fatigue. *Feeling restless or apprehensive.

Acute febrile neutrophilic dermatosis or Sweet's syndrome- *abrupt eruption of small red bumps on your arms, neck, face or back — often after a fever or upper respiratory infection. *The bumps grow quickly in size, spreading into painful clusters up to an inch or so in diameter.

Acute inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy or Guillain-Barre syndrome*Prickling, "pins and needles" sensations in your fingers, toes, ankles or wrists. *Weakness in your legs that spreads to your upper body. *Unsteady walking or inability to walk or climb stairs. *Difficulty with eye or facial movements, including speaking, chewing or swallowing. *Severe pain that may feel achy or cramp-like and may be worse at night. *Difficulty with bladder control or bowel function. *Rapid heart rate. *Low or high blood pressure. *Difficulty breathing.

Acute kidney failure*Decreased urine output, although occasionally urine output remains normal. *Fluid retention, causing swelling in your legs, ankles or feet. *Drowsiness. *Shortness of breath. *Fatigue. *Confusion. *Nausea.

*Seizures or coma in severe cases. *Chest pain or pressure.

Acute liver failure*Yellowing of your skin and eyeballs (jaundice). *Pain in your upper right abdomen. *Abdominal swelling. *Nausea. *Vomiting. *A general sense of feeling unwell (malaise). *Disorientation or confusion. *Sleepiness.

Acute lymphocytic leukemia(ALL)*Bleeding from the gums. *Bone pain. *Fever. *Frequent infections. *Frequent or severe nosebleeds. *Lumps caused by swollen lymph nodes in and around the neck, underarm, abdomen or groin. *Pale skin. *Shortness of breath. *Weakness, fatigue or a general decrease in energy.

Acute lymphocytic leukemia*Bleeding from the gums. *Bone pain. *Fever. *Frequent infections. *Frequent or severe nosebleeds. *Lumps caused by swollen lymph nodes in and around the neck, underarm, abdomen or groin. *Pale skin. *Shortness of breath. *Weakness, fatigue or a general decrease in energy.

Acute myelogenous leukemia (AML)*Fever. *Bone pain. *Lethargy and fatigue. *Shortness of breath. *Pale skin. *Frequent infections. *Easy bruising.

*Unusual bleeding, such as frequent nosebleeds and bleeding from the gums. (ARDS) Acute respiratory distress syndrome*Severe shortness of breath. *Labored and unusually rapid breathing. *Low blood pressure. *Confusion and extreme tiredness.

Acute sinusitis or Acute rhinosinusitis*Drainage of a thick, yellow or greenish discharge from the nose or down the back of the throat. *Nasal obstruction or congestion, causing difficulty breathing through your nose. *Pain, tenderness, swelling and pressure around your eyes, cheeks, nose or forehead. *Reduced sense of smell and taste. *Cough, which may be worse at night. *Ear pain. *Headache. *Aching in your upper jaw and teeth. *Bad breath (halitosis). *Fatigue. *Fever.

Addison's disease*Muscle weakness and fatigue. *Weight loss and decreased appetite. *Darkening of your skin (hyperpigmentation). *Low blood pressure, even fainting. *Salt craving. *Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). *Nausea, diarrhea or vomiting. *Muscle or joint pains. *Irritability. *Depression. *Body hair loss or sexual dysfunction in women.

Acute adrenal failure (addisonian crisis): *Pain in your lower back, abdomen or legs *Severe vomiting and diarrhea, leading to dehydration. *Low blood pressure. *Loss of consciousness. *High potassium (hyperkalemia). Adenitis or mesenteric lymphadenitis*Abdominal pain, often centered on the lower, right side, but the pain can sometimes be more widespread. *General abdominal tenderness. *Fever.

*Diarrhea. *Nausea and vomiting. *General feeling of being unwell (malaise).

Adenomyosis*Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding. *Severe cramping or sharp, knifelike pelvic pain during menstruation (dysmenorrhea). *Menstrual cramps that last throughout your period and worsen as you get older. *Pain during intercourse. *Blood clots that pass during your period.

Adhesive capsulitis or Frozen shoulder*Freezing stage. Any movement of your shoulder causes pain, and your shoulder's range of motion starts to become limited. *Frozen stage. Pain may begin to diminish during this stage. However, your shoulder becomes stiffer, and using it becomes more difficult. *Thawing stage. The range of motion in your shoulder begins to improve.

Adjustment disordersEmotional symptoms of adjustment disorders: *Sadness. *Hopelessness. *Lack of enjoyment. *Crying spells. *Nervousness. *Jitteriness. *Anxiety, which may include separation anxiety. *Worry. *Desperation. *Trouble sleeping. *Difficulty concentrating. *Feeling overwhelmed. *Thoughts of suicide.

Behavioral symptoms of adjustment disorders: *Fighting. *Reckless driving. *Ignoring bills. *Avoiding family or friends. *Performing poorly in school or at work. *Skipping school. *Vandalizing property.

Adolescent schizophrenia or Childhood schizophreniaEarly signs and symptoms *Language delays. *Late or unusual crawling. *Late walking. *Other abnormal motor behaviors — for example, rocking or arm flapping.

Symptoms in teenagers: *Withdrawal from friends and family. *A drop in performance at school. *Trouble sleeping. *Irritability or depressed mood. *Lack of motivation. *Strange behavior.

Later signs and symptoms: *Hallucinations. *Delusions. * Disorganized thinking (speech). * Disorganized or abnormal motor behavior. *Negative symptoms.

Adrenal gland tumour or pheochromocytomas*High blood pressure. *Rapid or forceful heartbeat. *Profound sweating. *Severe headache. *Tremors. *Paleness in the face. *Shortness of breath. *Anxiety or sense of doom. *Abdominal pain. *Constipation. *Weight loss.

Adult Still's disease*Sore throat. *fever. *Rash. *Achy and swollen joints. *Muscle pains.

Age spots or Liver spots or solar lentigines*Are flat, oval areas of increased pigmentation. *Are usually tan, brown or black. *Occur on skin that has had the most sun exposure over the years, such as the backs of hands, tops of feet, face, shoulders and upper back.

Agnogenic myeloid metaplasia or Myelofibrosis*Feeling tired, weak or short of breath, usually because of anemia. *Pain or fullness below your ribs on the left side, due to an enlarged spleen. *Pale skin. *Easy bruising. *Easy bleeding. *Excessive sweating during sleep (night sweats). *Fever. *Frequent infections. *Bone pain.

Agoraphobia*Fear of being alone in any situation. *Fear of being in crowded places. *Fear of losing control in a public place. *Fear of being in places where it may be hard to leave, such as an elevator or train. *Inability to leave your home (housebound) or only able to leave it if someone else goes with you. *Sense of helplessness. *Overdependence on others.

In addition, you may have signs and symptoms of a panic attack, such as: *Rapid heart rate. *Excessive sweating. *Trouble breathing. *Feeling shaky, numb or tingling. *Chest pain or pressure. *Lightheadedness or dizziness. *Sudden flushing or chills. *Upset stomach or diarrhea. *Feeling a loss of control. *Fear of dying.

Airplane ear*Moderate discomfort or pain in your ear. *Feeling of fullness or stuffiness in your ear. *Muffled hearing or slight to moderate hearing loss. *Severe pain. *Pressure in your ear similar to being underwater. *Moderate to severe hearing loss. *Ringing in your ear (tinnitus). *Spinning sensation (vertigo).

*Vomiting resulting from vertigo. *Bleeding from your ear.

AlbinismSkin: *Freckles. *Moles, with or without pigment — moles without pigment are generally pink-colored. *Large freckle-like spots (lentigines). *The ability to tan.

Hair: *Hair color can range from very white to brown.

Eye color: * Eye color can range from very light blue to brown and may change with age.

Vision: *Rapid, involuntary back-and-forth movement of the eyes (nystagmus). *Inability of both eyes to stay directed at the same point or to move in unison (strabismus). *Extreme nearsightedness or farsightedness. *Sensitivity to light (photophobia). *Abnormal curvature of the front surface of your eye or the lens inside your eye (astigmatism), which causes blurred vision.

Alcohol intolerance*Facial redness (flushing). *Warm, red, itchy bumps on the skin (hives). *Worsening of preexisting asthma. *Runny or stuffy nose. *Low blood pressure. *Nausea and vomiting. *Diarrhea.

Alcohol poisoning*Confusion. *Vomiting. *Seizures. *Slow breathing (less than eight breaths a minute). *Irregular breathing (a gap of more than 10 seconds between breaths). *Blue-tinged skin or pale skin. *Low body temperature (hypothermia). *Passing out (unconsciousness) and can't be awakened.

Alcohol related birth defects or fetal alcohol syndromePhysical defects: *Distinctive facial features, including wide-set eyes, an exceptionally thin upper lip, a short,

upturned nose, and a smooth skin surface between the nose and upper lip. *Deformities of joints, limbs and fingers. *Slow physical growth before and after birth. *Vision difficulties or hearing problems. *Small head circumference and brain size. *Heart defects and problems with kidneys and bones.

Brain and central nervous system problems: *Poor coordination or balance. *Intellectual disability, learning disorders and delayed development. *Poor memory. *Trouble with attention and with processing information. *Difficulty with reasoning and problem-solving. *Difficulty identifying consequences of choices. *Poor judgment skills. *Jitteriness or hyperactivity. *Rapidly changing moods.

Social and behavioral issues: *Difficulty in school. *Trouble getting along with others. *Poor social skills. *Trouble adapting to change or switching from one task to another. *Problems with behavior and impulse control. *Poor concept of time. *Problems staying on task. *Difficulty planning or working toward a goal.

Adenomyosis*Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding. *Severe cramping or sharp, knifelike pelvic pain during menstruation (dysmenorrhea). *Menstrual cramps that last throughout your period and worsen as you get older. *Pain during intercourse. *Blood clots that pass during your period.

Adhesive capsulitis or Frozen shoulder*Freezing stage. Any movement of your shoulder causes pain, and your shoulder's range of motion starts to become limited. *Frozen stage. Pain may begin to diminish during this stage. However, your shoulder becomes

stiffer, and using it becomes more difficult. *Thawing stage. The range of motion in your shoulder begins to improve.

Adjustment disordersEmotional symptoms of adjustment disorders: *Sadness. *Hopelessness. *Lack of enjoyment. *Crying spells. *Nervousness. *Jitteriness. *Anxiety, which may include separation anxiety. *Worry. *Desperation. *Trouble sleeping. *Difficulty concentrating. *Feeling overwhelmed. *Thoughts of suicide.

Behavioral symptoms of adjustment disorders: *Fighting. *Reckless driving. *Ignoring bills. *Avoiding family or friends. *Performing poorly in school or at work. *Skipping school. *Vandalizing property.

Adolescent schizophrenia or Childhood schizophreniaEarly signs and symptoms *Language delays. *Late or unusual crawling. *Late walking. *Other abnormal motor behaviors — for example, rocking or arm flapping.

Symptoms in teenagers: *Withdrawal from friends and family. *A drop in performance at school. *Trouble sleeping. *Irritability or depressed mood. *Lack of motivation. *Strange behavior.

Later signs and symptoms: *Hallucinations. *Delusions.

* Disorganized thinking (speech). * Disorganized or abnormal motor behavior. *Negative symptoms.

Adrenal gland tumour or pheochromocytomas*High blood pressure. *Rapid or forceful heartbeat. *Profound sweating. *Severe headache. *Tremors. *Paleness in the face. *Shortness of breath. *Anxiety or sense of doom. *Abdominal pain. *Constipation. *Weight loss.

Adult Still's disease*Sore throat. *fever. *Rash. *Achy and swollen joints. *Muscle pains.

Age spots or Liver spots or solar lentigines*Are flat, oval areas of increased pigmentation. *Are usually tan, brown or black. *Occur on skin that has had the most sun exposure over the years, such as the backs of hands, tops of feet, face, shoulders and upper back.

Agnogenic myeloid metaplasia or Myelofibrosis*Feeling tired, weak or short of breath, usually because of anemia. *Pain or fullness below your ribs on the left side, due to an enlarged spleen. *Pale skin. *Easy bruising. *Easy bleeding. *Excessive sweating during sleep (night sweats). *Fever. *Frequent infections. *Bone pain.

Agoraphobia*Fear of being alone in any situation. *Fear of being in crowded places. *Fear of losing control in a public place. *Fear of being in places where it may be hard to leave, such as an elevator or train. *Inability to leave your home (housebound) or only able to leave it if someone else goes with you.

*Sense of helplessness. *Overdependence on others.

In addition, you may have signs and symptoms of a panic attack, such as: *Rapid heart rate. *Excessive sweating. *Trouble breathing. *Feeling shaky, numb or tingling. *Chest pain or pressure. *Lightheadedness or dizziness. *Sudden flushing or chills. *Upset stomach or diarrhea. *Feeling a loss of control. *Fear of dying.

Airplane ear*Moderate discomfort or pain in your ear. *Feeling of fullness or stuffiness in your ear. *Muffled hearing or slight to moderate hearing loss. *Severe pain. *Pressure in your ear similar to being underwater. *Moderate to severe hearing loss. *Ringing in your ear (tinnitus). *Spinning sensation (vertigo). *Vomiting resulting from vertigo. *Bleeding from your ear.

AlbinismSkin: *Freckles. *Moles, with or without pigment — moles without pigment are generally pink-colored. *Large freckle-like spots (lentigines). *The ability to tan.

Hair: *Hair color can range from very white to brown.

Eye color: * Eye color can range from very light blue to brown and may change with age.

Vision: *Rapid, involuntary back-and-forth movement of the eyes (nystagmus). *Inability of both eyes to stay directed at the same point or to move in unison (strabismus). *Extreme nearsightedness or farsightedness. *Sensitivity to light (photophobia). *Abnormal curvature of the front surface of your eye or the lens inside your eye (astigmatism), which causes blurred vision.

Alcohol intolerance*Facial redness (flushing).

*Warm, red, itchy bumps on the skin (hives). *Worsening of preexisting asthma. *Runny or stuffy nose. *Low blood pressure. *Nausea and vomiting. *Diarrhea.

Alcohol poisoning*Confusion. *Vomiting. *Seizures. *Slow breathing (less than eight breaths a minute). *Irregular breathing (a gap of more than 10 seconds between breaths). *Blue-tinged skin or pale skin. *Low body temperature (hypothermia). *Passing out (unconsciousness) and can't be awakened.

Alcohol related birth defects or fetal alcohol syndromePhysical defects: *Distinctive facial features, including wide-set eyes, an exceptionally thin upper lip, a short, upturned nose, and a smooth skin surface between the nose and upper lip. *Deformities of joints, limbs and fingers. *Slow physical growth before and after birth. *Vision difficulties or hearing problems. *Small head circumference and brain size. *Heart defects and problems with kidneys and bones.

Brain and central nervous system problems: *Poor coordination or balance. *Intellectual disability, learning disorders and delayed development. *Poor memory. *Trouble with attention and with processing information. *Difficulty with reasoning and problem-solving. *Difficulty identifying consequences of choices. *Poor judgment skills. *Jitteriness or hyperactivity. *Rapidly changing moods.

Social and behavioral issues: *Difficulty in school. *Trouble getting along with others. *Poor social skills. *Trouble adapting to change or switching from one task to another. *Problems with behavior and impulse control. *Poor concept of time. *Problems staying on task. *Difficulty planning or working toward a goal.

Alcoholic hepatitis* Yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes (jaundice) and increasing girth (due to fluid accumulation). *Loss of appetite. *Nausea and vomiting. *Abdominal pain and tenderness. *Weight loss. severe alcoholic hepatitis: *Retaining large amounts of fluid in your abdominal cavity (ascites). *Confusion and behavior changes due to brain damage from buildup of toxins (encephalopathy). *Kidney and liver failure.

Aldosteronoma or primary aldosteronism*Moderate to severe high blood pressure. *High blood pressure that takes several medications to control (resistant hypertension). *High blood pressure along with a low potassium level (hypokalemia).

Allergic angitis or Churg-Strauss syndrome or eosinophilic granulomatosis or polyangiitisAllergic stage: *Asthma. *Hay fever. * Sinus pain and inflammation (sinusitis).

Eosinophillic stage: *Fever. *Loss of appetite. *Weight loss. *Asthma. *Fatigue. *Cough. *Abdominal pain. *Gastrointestinal bleeding.

Vasculitic stage: *Rash or skin sores. *Joint aches and swelling. *Severe pain, numbness and tingling in your hands and feet (peripheral neuropathy). *Severe abdominal pain. *Diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. *Shortness of breath (dyspnea) from asthma or congestive heart failure. *Coughing up blood (hemoptysis). *Chest pain. *Irregular heartbeat. *Blood in your urine (hematuria).

Alopecia or hair loss*Gradual thinning on top of head. * Circular or patchy bald spots.

*Sudden loosening of hair. *full body hair loss. *Patches of scaling that spread over the scalp.

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis(ALS) or Lou Gehrig's disease*Difficulty walking, tripping or difficulty doing your normal daily activities. *Weakness in your leg, feet or ankles. *Hand weakness or clumsiness. *Slurring of speech or trouble swallowing. *Muscle cramps and twitching in your arms, shoulders and tongue. *Difficulty holding your head up or keeping a good posture.

Alveolar osteitis or dry socket*Severe pain within a few days after a tooth extraction. *Partial or total loss of the blood clot at the tooth extraction site, which you may notice as an empty-looking (dry) socket. *Visible bone in the socket. *Pain that radiates from the socket to your ear, eye, temple or neck on the same side of your face as the extraction. *Bad breath or a foul odor coming from your mouth. *Unpleasant taste in your mouth. *Swollen lymph nodes around your jaw or neck. *Slight fever.

Ambiguous genitaliaBabies who are genetically female (with two X chromosomes) may have: *An enlarged clitoris, which may resemble a small penis. *Closed labia, or labia that include folds and resemble a scrotum. *Lumps that feel like testes in the fused labia.

Babies who are genetically male (with one X and one Y chromosome) may have: *A condition in which the narrow tube that carries urine and semen (urethra) doesn't fully extend to the tip of the penis (hypospadias). *An abnormally small penis with the urethral opening closer to the scrotum. *The absence of one or both testicles in what appears to be the scrotum. *Undescended testicles and an empty scrotum that has the appearance of a labia with or without a micropenis.

Amblyopia or lazy eye*An eye that wanders inward or outward. *Eyes that may not appear to work together. *Poor depth perception.

Amenorrhea*Milky nipple discharge. *Hair loss. *Headache. *Vision changes. *Excess facial hair.

*Pelvic pain. *Acne.

American trypanosomiasis or Chagas syndromeAcute phase: *Swelling at the infection site. *Fever. *Fatigue. *Rash. *Body aches. *Eyelid swelling. *Headache. *Loss of appetite. *Nausea, diarrhea or vomiting. *Swollen glands. *Enlargement of your liver or spleen.

Chronic phase: *Irregular heartbeat. *Congestive heart failure. *Sudden cardiac arrest. *Difficulty swallowing due to enlarged esophagus. *Abdominal pain or constipation due to enlarged colon.

Amnesia*Impaired ability to learn new information following the onset of amnesia (anterograde amnesia). *Impaired ability to recall past events and previously familiar information (retrograde amnesia). *False recollections (confabulation), either completely invented or made up of genuine memories misplaced in time. *Confusion or disorientation.

Dissociative disorders*Memory loss (amnesia) of certain time periods, events and people. *Mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts and attempts. *A sense of being detached from yourself. *A perception of the people and things around you as distorted and unreal. *A blurred sense of identity. *Significant stress or problems in your relationships, work or other important areas of your life.

Amniotic fluid embolism*Sudden shortness of breath. *Excess fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema). *Sudden low blood pressure. *Sudden circulatory failure (cardiovascular collapse). *Life-threatening problems with blood clotting (disseminated intravascular coagulopathy). *Altered mental status, such as anxiety. *Nausea or vomiting. *Chills.

*Rapid heart rate or disturbances in the rhythm of the heart rate. *Fetal distress, such as a slow heart rate. *Seizures. *Coma.

Amyloidosis*Swelling of your ankles and legs. *Severe fatigue and weakness. *Shortness of breath. *Numbness, tingling or pain in your hands or feet, especially pain in your wrist (carpal tunnel syndrome). *Diarrhea, possibly with blood, or constipation. *Feeling full quickly when eating, and significant weight loss. *An enlarged tongue. *Skin changes, such as thickening or easy bruising, and purplish patches around the eyes. *An irregular heartbeat. *Difficulty swallowing.

Anal cancer*Bleeding from the anus or rectum. *Pain in the area of the anus. *A mass or growth in the anal canal. *Anal itching.

Anal fissure*Pain, sometimes severe, during bowel movements. *Pain after bowel movements that can last up to several hours. *Bright red blood on the stool or toilet paper after a bowel movement. *Itching or irritation around the anus. *A visible crack in the skin around the anus. *A small lump or skin tag on the skin near the anal fissure.

Anal fistula*Infection between the skin and the anus.

Anal itching or Pruritus ani*Anal itching is severe or lasts longer than one to two months. *There's bleeding from the rectum. *You can't figure out what's causing a persistent itch.

Anaphylaxis*Skin reactions, including hives along with itching, and flushed or pale skin (almost always present with anaphylaxis). *A feeling of warmth. *The sensation of a lump in your throat. *Constriction of the airways and a swollen tongue or throat, which can cause wheezing and trouble breathing. *A weak and rapid pulse. *Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea.

*Dizziness or fainting.

Anaplasmosis or Ehrlichiosis*Mild fever. *Headache. *Chills. *Muscle aches. *Nausea. *Vomiting. *Diarrhea. *Joint pain. *Confusion. *Rash. *Cough.

Anemia*Fatigue. *Weakness. *Pale skin. *A fast or irregular heartbeat. *Shortness of breath. *Chest pain. *Dizziness. *Cognitive problems. *Cold hands and feet. *Headache.

Aplastic anemia*Fatigue. *Shortness of breath with exertion. *Rapid or irregular heart rate. *Pale skin. *Frequent or prolonged infections. *Unexplained or easy bruising. *Nosebleeds and bleeding gums. *Prolonged bleeding from cuts. *Skin rash. *Dizziness. *Headache.

Angelman syndrome*Developmental delays, such as lack of crawling or babbling at 6 to 12 months, and intellectual disability. *Lack of or minimal speech. *Inability to walk, move or balance well (ataxia). *Frequent smiling and laughter. *Happy, excitable personality.

*Seizures, usually beginning between 2 and 3 years of age. *Stiff or jerky movements. *Small head size, with flatness in the back of the head (microbrachycephaly). *Tongue thrusting. *Light pigmentation in hair, skin and eyes (hypopigmentation). *Unusual behaviors, such as hand flapping and arms uplifted while walking.

Angiitis or Arteritis or Vasculitis*Fever. *Headache. *Fatigue. *Weight loss. *General aches and pains. *Night sweats. *Rash. *Nerve problems, such as numbness or weakness.

Angina pectoris or Angina*Chest pain or discomfort. *Pain in your arms, neck, jaw, shoulder or back accompanying chest pain. *Nausea. *Fatigue. *Shortness of breath. *Sweating. *Dizziness.

Angioedema or Hives or Urticaria*Large, thick, firm welts. *Swelling and redness. *Pain or warmth in the affected areas. *Welts can be Red or flesh colored, Intensely itchy,Roughly oval or shaped like a worm & A few millimeters to several inches across.

Angiofollicular lymph node hyperplasia or Castleman disease or Giant lymph node hyperplasiaUnicentric Castleman disease: *A feeling of fullness or pressure in the chest or abdomen that can cause difficulty breathing or eating. *An enlarged lump under the skin in the neck, groin or armpit. *Unintended weight loss. *Less commonly, fever, night sweats and weakness.

Multicentric Castleman disease: *Fever. *Night sweats. *Fatigue and weakness. *Loss of appetite. *Unintended weight loss. *Enlarged lymph nodes, usually around the neck, collarbone, underarm and groin areas.

*Enlarged liver or spleen.

Anhidrosis or Hypohidrosis*Little or no perspiration. *Dizziness. *Muscle cramps or weakness. *Flushing. *Feeling hot.

Ankle fracture or Broken ankle or Broken foot*Immediate, throbbing pain. *Pain that increases with activity and decreases with rest. *Swelling. *Bruising. *Tenderness. *Deformity. *Difficulty in walking or bearing weight. *Problems getting a shoe on or off.

Ankle sprain*Pain, especially when you bear weight on the affected foot. *Swelling and, sometimes, bruising. *Restricted range of motion.

Ankyloglossia or Tongue tie*Difficulty lifting the tongue to the upper teeth or moving the tongue from side to side. *Trouble sticking out the tongue past the lower front teeth. *A tongue that appears notched or heart shaped when stuck out.

Ankylosing spondylitis*The joint between the base of your spine and your pelvis. *The vertebrae in your lower back. *The places where your tendons and ligaments attach to bones, mainly in your spine, but sometimes along the back of your heel. *The cartilage between your breastbone and ribs. *Your hip and shoulder joints.

Anorgasmia*Inability to experience orgasm or long delays in reaching orgasm.

Anterior prolapse or Cystocele or prolapsed bladder*A feeling of fullness or pressure in your pelvis and vagina. *Increased discomfort when you strain, cough, bear down or lift. *A feeling that you haven't completely emptied your bladder after urinating. *Repeated bladder infections. *Pain or urinary leakage during sexual intercourse. *In severe cases, a bulge of tissue that protrudes through your vaginal opening and may feel like sitting on an egg.

AnthraxCutaneous anthrax:

*A raised, itchy bump resembling an insect bite that quickly develops into a painless sore with a black center. *Swelling in the sore and nearby lymph glands.

Gastrointestinal anthrax: *Nausea. *Vomiting. *Abdominal pain. *Headache. *Loss of appetite. *Fever. *Severe, bloody diarrhea in the later stages of the disease. *Sore throat and difficulty swallowing. *Swollen neck.

Inhalation (pulmonary) anthrax: *Flu-like symptoms, such as sore throat, mild fever, fatigue and muscle aches, which may last a few hours or days. *Mild chest discomfort. *Shortness of breath. *Nausea. *Coughing up blood. *Painful swallowing. *High fever. *Trouble breathing. *Shock. *Meningitis — a potentially life-threatening inflammation of the brain and spinal cord.

Injection anthrax: *Redness at the area of injection (without an area that changes to black). *Significant swelling. *Shock. *Multiple organ failure. *Meningitis.

Antibiotic-associated colitis or C. difficile colitis or Pseudomembranous colitis*Diarrhea that can be watery and sometimes bloody. *Abdominal cramps and pain. *Fever. *Pus or mucus in your stool. *Nausea. *Dehydration.

Antibiotic-associated diarrhea*Loose stools. *More-frequent bowel movements. *Frequent, watery diarrhea.

*Abdominal pain and cramping. *Fever. *Mucus in your stool. *Bloody stools. *Nausea. *Loss of appetite.

Antiphospholipid syndrome*Blood clots in your legs (deep vein thrombosis, or DVT) that may travel to your lungs (pulmonary embolism). *Repeated miscarriages or stillbirths and other complications of pregnancy, such as premature delivery and high blood pressure during pregnancy (preeclampsia). *Stroke. *Blood clots in the arteries of your arms or legs (peripheral arterial thrombosis).

Uncommon symptoms are *Neurological symptoms. *Rash. *Cardiovascular disease. *Bleeding. *Movement disorder, in which your body and limbs jerk uncontrollably (chorea). *Cognitive problems, such as poor memory. *Sudden hearing loss.

Antisocial personality disorder*Disregard for right and wrong. *Persistent lying or deceit to exploit others. *Using charm or wit to manipulate others for personal gain or for sheer personal pleasure. *Intense egocentrism, sense of superiority and exhibitionism. *Recurring difficulties with the law. *Repeatedly violating the rights of others by the use of intimidation, dishonesty and misrepresentation. *Child abuse or neglect. *Hostility, significant irritability, agitation, impulsiveness, aggression or violence. *Lack of empathy for others and lack of remorse about harming others. *Unnecessary risk-taking or dangerous behaviors. *Poor or abusive relationships. *Irresponsible work behavior. *Failure to learn from the negative consequences of behavior.

Aortic AneurysmUsually dont cause symptoms.

Aortic CoarctationSymptoms in babies: *Pale skin. *Irritability. *Heavy sweating.

*Difficulty breathing.

Symptoms in children & adults: *High blood pressure. *Shortness of breath, especially during exercise. *Headache. *Muscle weakness. *Leg cramps or cold feet. *Nosebleeds.

Aortic dissection or Dissecting aneurysm*Sudden severe chest or upper back pain, often described as a tearing, ripping or shearing sensation, that radiates to the neck or down the back *Loss of consciousness. *Shortness of breath. *Sudden difficulty speaking, loss of vision, weakness or paralysis of one side of your body, similar to those of a stroke. *Weak pulse in one arm compared with the other.

Aortic valve regurgitation*Fatigue and weakness, especially when you increase your activity level. *Shortness of breath with exertion or when you lie down. *Swollen ankles and feet (edema). *Chest pain (angina), discomfort or tightness, often increasing during exercise. *Lightheadedness or fainting. *Irregular pulse (arrhythmia). *Heart murmur. *Sensations of a rapid, fluttering heartbeat (palpitations).

Aortic valve stenosis or aortic stenosis*Chest pain (angina) or tightness. *Feeling faint or fainting with exertion. *Shortness of breath, especially with exertion. *Fatigue, especially during times of increased activity. *Heart palpitations — sensations of a rapid, fluttering heartbeat. *Heart murmur.

Aphasia*Speak in short or incomplete sentences. *Speak in sentences that don't make sense. *Substitute one word for another or one sound for another. *Speak unrecognizable words. *Not understand other people's conversation. *Write sentences that don't make sense.

Aphthous ulcers or Canker soresMinor canker sores: *Are usually small. *Are oval shaped with a red edge.

*Heal without scarring in one to two weeks.

Major canker sores: *Are larger and deeper than minor canker sores. *Are usually round with defined borders, but may have irregular edges when very large. *Can be extremely painful. *May take up to six weeks to heal and can leave extensive scarring.

Herpetiform canker sores: *Are pinpoint size. *Often occur in clusters of 10 to 100 sores, but may merge into one large ulcer. *Have irregular edges. *Heal without scarring in one to two weeks.

Apical ballooning syndrome or Broken heart syndrome*Chest pain. *Shortness of breath.

Appendicitis*Sudden pain that begins on the right side of the lower abdomen. *Sudden pain that begins around your navel and often shifts to your lower right abdomen. *Pain that worsens if you cough, walk or make other jarring movements. *Nausea and vomiting. *Loss of appetite. *Low-grade fever that may worsen as the illness progresses. *Constipation or diarrhea. *Abdominal bloating.

Arena viruses or Bunya viruses or Argentine haemorrhagic fever or Viral hemorrhagic fevers*High fever. *Fatigue. *Dizziness. *Muscle, bone or joint aches. *Weakness. *Bleeding may occur: Under the skin In internal organs From the mouth, eyes or ears. *Shock. *Nervous system malfunctions. *Coma. *Delirium. *Kidney failure. *Liver failure.

Arm fracture or Brokem arm*Severe pain, which may increase with movement. *Swelling. *Bruising.

*Deformity, such as a bent arm or wrist. *Inability to turn your arm from palm up to palm down or vice versa.

Arrhythmia or Heart arrhythmias*A fluttering in your chest. *A racing heartbeat. (tachycardia). *A slow heartbeat (bradycardia). *Chest pain. *Shortness of breath. *Lightheadedness. *Dizziness. *Fainting (syncope) or near fainting.

Arteriosclerosis or Atherosclerosis*Atherosclerosis in heart arteries then symptoms are chest pain or pressure (angina). *Atherosclerosis in the arteries leading to brain then symptoms are sudden numbness or weakness in your arms or legs, difficulty speaking or slurred speech, or drooping muscles in your face. *Atherosclerosis in the arteries in arms and legs then symptoms are of peripheral artery disease, such as leg pain when walking (intermittent claudication). *Atherosclerosis in the arteries leading to your kidneys, you develop high blood pressure or kidney failure. *Atherosclerosis in the arteries leading to genitals, you may have difficulties having sex,cause erectile dysfunction in men and high BP reduces blood flow to vagina which makes sex less pleasurable in women.

Arteriovenous (AV) fistula*Purplish, bulging veins that you can see through your skin, similar to varicose veins. *Swelling in the arms or legs. *Decreased blood pressure. *Fatigue. *Heart failure.

Pulmonary arteriovenous fistula*Blueness of the skin. *Clubbing of fingers. *Coughing up blood.

Arteriovenous malformation (AVM)*Bleeding.

Arthritis*Pain. *Stiffness. *Swelling. *Redness. *Decreased range of motion.

Asbestosis*Shortness of breath.

*A persistent, dry cough. *Loss of appetite with weight loss. *Fingertips and toes that appear wider and rounder than normal (clubbing). *Chest tightness or pain.

AscariasisIn the lungs: *Persistent cough. *Shortness of breath. *Wheezing.

In the intestines: *Vague abdominal pain. *Nausea and vomiting. *Diarrhea or bloody stools. *Severe abdominal pain. *Fatigue. *Vomiting. *Weight loss or malnutrition. *A worm in your vomit or stool.

Atrial septal defect (ASD)*Shortness of breath, especially when exercising. *Fatigue. *Swelling of legs, feet or abdomen. *Heart palpitations or skipped beats. *Frequent lung infections. *Stroke. *Heart murmur, a whooshing sound that can be heard through a stethoscope.

AspergillosisAllergic reaction: *Fever. *A cough that may bring up blood or plugs of mucus. *Worsening asthma.

Fungal mass: *A cough that often brings up blood (hemoptysis), sometimes large amounts. *Wheezing. *Shortness of breath. *Unintentional weight loss. *Fatigue.

Infection: *Fever and chills. *Cough that brings up blood-streaked sputum (hemoptysis). *Severe bleeding from your lungs. *Shortness of breath. *Chest or joint pain.

*Headaches or eye symptoms. *Nosebleed. *Facial swelling on one side. *Skin lesions.

Asthma*Shortness of breath. *Chest tightness or pain. *Trouble sleeping caused by shortness of breath, coughing or wheezing. *A whistling or wheezing sound when exhaling (wheezing is a common sign of asthma in children). *Coughing or wheezing attacks that are worsened by a respiratory virus, such as a cold or the flu.

Asthma attack*Severe shortness of breath, chest tightness or pain, and coughing or wheezing. *Low peak expiratory flow (PEF) readings, if you use a peak flow meter. *Worsening symptoms despite use of a quick-relief (rescue) inhaler.

Astigmatism*Blurred or distorted vision. *Eyestrain. *Headaches.

Ataxia*Poor coordination. *Unsteady walk and a tendency to stumble. *Difficulty with fine motor tasks, such as eating, writing or buttoning a shirt. *Change in speech. *Involuntary back-and-forth eye movements (nystagmus). *Difficulty swallowing.

Atelectasis*Difficulty breathing (dyspnea). *Rapid, shallow breathing. *Coughing.

Athlete's foot*A scaly red rash that typically begins in between the toes. *Itching, stinging and burning. *Blisters or ulcers. *Chronic dryness and scaling on the soles that extends up the sides of the feet.

Atopic dermatitis (eczema)*Itching, which may be severe, especially at night. *Red to brownish-gray patches, especially on the hands, feet, ankles, wrists, neck, upper chest, eyelids, inside the bend of the elbows and knees, and, in infants, the face and scalp. *Small, raised bumps, which may leak fluid and crust over when scratched. *Thickened, cracked, dry, scaly skin. *Raw, sensitive, swollen skin from scratching.

Atrial fibrillation*Palpitations, which are sensations of a racing, uncomfortable, irregular heartbeat or a flip-flopping in your chest. *Weakness. *Reduced ability to exercise. *Fatigue. *Lightheadedness. *Dizziness. *Confusion. *Shortness of breath. *Chest pain.

Atrial flutter*Heart's upper chambers (atria) beat too quickly.

Atrioventricular canal defect or Endocardial cushion defect or Atrioventricular septal defectComplete atrioventricular canal defect: *Difficulty breathing (dyspnea) Lack of appetite. *Poor weight gain in first weeks of life. *Bluish discoloration of the lips and skin (cyanosis). *Fatigue. *Wheezing. *Swelling (edema) in the legs, ankles and feet. *Sudden weight gain from fluid retention. *Excessive sweating. *Decreased alertness. *Irregular or rapid heartbeat.

Partial atrioventricular canal defect: *Abnormal heartbeat (arrhythmia). *Heart valve problems. *Heart failure. *High blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary hypertension).

Atrophic vaginitis or vaginal atrophy*Vaginal dryness. *Vaginal burning. *Vaginal discharge. *Genital itching. *Burning with urination. *Urgency with urination. *More urinary tract infections. *Urinary incontinence. *Light bleeding after intercourse. *Discomfort with intercourse. *Decreased vaginal lubrication during sexual activity.

*Shortening and tightening of the vaginal canal.

Attachment diaorder or Reactive attachment disorder*Withdrawal, fear, sadness or irritability that is not readily explained. *Sad and listless appearance. *Not seeking comfort or showing no response when comfort is given. *Failure to smile. *Watching others closely but not engaging in social interaction. *Failing to ask for support or assistance. *Failure to reach out when picked up. *No interest in playing peekaboo or other interactive games.

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)*Difficulty paying attention. *Frequently daydreaming. *Difficulty following through on instructions and apparently not listening. *Frequently has problems organizing tasks or activities. *Frequently forgetful and loses needed items, such as books, pencils or toys. *Frequently fails to finish schoolwork, chores or other tasks. *Easily distracted. *Frequently fidgets or squirms. *Difficulty remaining seated and seemly in constant motion. *Excessively talkative. *Frequently interrupts or intrudes on others' conversations or games. *Frequently has trouble waiting for his or her turn.

Atypical depression*Depression that temporarily lifts when you're cheered up by good news or positive events but returns later. *Increased appetite with unintentional weight gain. *Increased desire to sleep, usually more than 10 hours a day. *Heavy, leaden feeling in your arms and legs that lasts an hour or more in a day. *Trouble maintaining long-lasting relationships because of sensitivity to rejection or criticism, which affects your relationships, social life or job.

Atypical hyperplasia of the breast*doesn't cause any specific symptoms.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)*Problems in crucial areas of development — social interaction, communication and behavior.

Autoimmune hepatitis*Fatigue. *Abdominal discomfort. *Joint pain. *Itching (pruritus). *Yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes (jaundice). *An enlarged liver. *Abnormal blood vessels on the skin (spider angiomas).

*Nausea and vomiting. *Loss of appetite. *Skin rashes. *Dark-colored urine. *In women, loss of menstruation.

Autoimmune pancreatitis(AIP)*Dark urine. *Pale stools or stools that float in the toilet. *Yellow skin and eyes (jaundice). *Pain in your upper abdomen or middle part of your back. *Nausea and vomiting. *Weakness or extreme tiredness. *Loss of appetite or feelings of fullness. *Weight loss for no known reason.

Autonomic neuropathy*Dizziness and fainting. *Urinary problems. *Sexual difficulties. *Difficulty in digesting food. *Sweating abnormalities. *Sluggish pupil reaction. *Exercise intolerance.

Avascular necrosis*Pain associated with the hip may be focused in the groin, thigh or buttock. *Areas likely to be affected are the shoulder, knee, hand and foot.

Avian influenza or Bird flu*Cough. *Fever. *Sore throat. *Muscle aches. *Headache. *Shortness of breath. *nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. *Mild eye infection(conjunctivitis).

Baby acne*Small red or white bumps on a baby's cheeks,chin,nose and forehead.

Back pain*Muscle ache. *Shooting or stabbing pain. *Pain that radiates down your leg. *Limited flexibility or range of motion of the back.

*Inability to stand up straight.

Bacterial vaginosis*Vaginal discharge that's thin and grayish white. *Foul-smelling "fishy" vaginal odor, especially after sexual intercourse. *Vaginal itching. *Burning during urination.

Bacterial vaginosis(Vaginitis)*Change in color, odor or amount of discharge from your vagina. *Vaginal itching or irritation. *Pain during intercourse. *Painful urination. *Light vaginal bleeding or spotting.

Bad breath or halitosis*bad odour.

Baker's cyst or popliteal cyst*Swelling behind your knee, and sometimes in your leg. *Knee pain. *Stiffness and inability to fully flex the knee.

Balance problems*Include a wide range of symptoms, from dizziness to light-headedness.

Ballooning mitral valve syndrome or Mitral valve prolapse (MVP) or click murmur syndrome or Barlow's syndrome*A racing or irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). *Dizziness or lightheadedness. *Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, often when lying flat or during physical activity. *Fatigue. *Chest pain that's not caused by a heart attack or coronary artery disease.

Barber's itch or Folliculitis*Clusters of small red bumps or white-headed pimples that develop around hair follicles. *Pus-filled blisters that break open and crust over. *Red and inflamed skin. *Itchy or burning skin. *Tenderness or pain. *A large swollen bump or mass.

Barrett's oesophagus*Frequent heartburn. *Difficulty swallowing food. *Less commonly, chest pain.

Basal cell carcinoma*A pearly white or waxy bump, often with visible blood vessels, on your face, ears or neck. The bump may bleed and develop a crust. In darker skinned people, this type of cancer may be brown or black. *A flat, scaly, brown or flesh-colored patch on your back or chest.

*More rarely, a white, waxy scar.

Basal joint arthritis or Thumb arthritis or Carpometacarpal (CMC) joint*Swelling, stiffness and tenderness at the base of your thumb. *Decreased strength when pinching or grasping objects. *Decreased range of motion. *Enlarged or bony appearance of the joint at the base of your thumb.

Body dysmorphic disorder(BDD)*Preoccupation with your physical appearance with extreme self-consciousness. *Frequent examination of yourself in the mirror, or the opposite, avoidance of mirrors altogether. *Strong belief that you have an abnormality or defect in your appearance that makes you ugly. *Belief that others take special notice of your appearance in a negative way. *Avoidance of social situations. *Feeling the need to stay housebound. *The need to seek reassurance about your appearance from others. *Frequent cosmetic procedures with little satisfaction. *Excessive grooming, such as hair plucking or skin picking, or excessive exercise in an unsuccessful effort to improve the flaw. *The need to grow a beard or wear excessive makeup or clothing to camouflage perceived flaws. *Comparison of your appearance with that of others. *Reluctance to appear in pictures.

Bed wetting*Involuntary urination while asleep.

Bedbugs*Red, often with a darker red spot in the middle. *Itchy. *Arranged in a rough line or in a cluster. *Located on the face, neck, arms and hands.

Bed sores or pressure sores or pressure ulcersAt Stage I: *The skin is not broken. *The skin appears red on people with lighter skin color, and the skin doesn't briefly lighten (blanch) when touched. *On people with darker skin, the skin may show discoloration, and it doesn't blanch when touched. *The site may be tender, painful, firm, soft, warm or cool compared with the surrounding skin.

At stage II: *The outer layer of skin (epidermis) and part of the underlying layer of skin (dermis) is damaged or lost. *The wound may be shallow and pinkish or red. *The wound may look like a fluid-filled blister or a ruptured blister.

At stage III, the ulcer is a deep wound: *The loss of skin usually exposes some fat.

*The ulcer looks crater-like. *The bottom of the wound may have some yellowish dead tissue. *The damage may extend beyond the primary wound below layers of healthy skin.

A stage IV ulcer shows large-scale loss of tissue: *The wound may expose muscle, bone or tendons. *The bottom of the wound likely contains dead tissue that's yellowish or dark and crusty. *The damage often extends beyond the primary wound below layers of healthy skin.

Unstageable or Deep tissue injury: *The skin is purple or maroon but the skin is not broken. *A blood-filled blister is present. *The area is painful, firm or mushy. *The area is warm or cool compared with the surrounding skin. *In people with darker skin, a shiny patch or a change in skin tone may develop.

Bee stingsMild reaction: *Instant, sharp burning pain at the sting site. *A red welt at the sting area. *A small, white spot where the stinger punctured the skin. *Slight swelling around the sting area.

Moderate reaction: *Extreme redness. *Swelling at the site of the sting that gradually enlarges over the next day or two.

Severe allergic reactions: *Skin reactions, including hives and itching and flushed or pale skin. *Difficulty breathing. *Swelling of the throat and tongue. *A weak, rapid pulse. *Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. *Dizziness or fainting. *loss of conciousness.

Multiple bee stings: *Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. *Headache. *Vertigo. *Feeling faint or fainting. *Convulsions. *Fever.

Behcet's disease or Behcet's syndrome*Painful mouth sores begin as raised, round lesions which turn into painful ulcers & they heal usually in about one to three weeks, though they do recur. *Skin lesions & acne like sores. *Others may develop red, raised and tender nodules on their skin, especially on the lower legs. *Sores on scrotum or the vulva which appear as red, ulcerated lesions&the genital sores are

painful and may leave scars. *Uveitis(inflammation of eye)causes redness, pain and blurred vision in one or both eyes and may come and go. *Joint swelling and pain affect the knees, ankles, elbows or wrists. *Abdominal pain, diarrhea or bleeding. *Inflammation in veins and large arteries. *Inflammation in the brain and nervous system that leads to headache, fever, disorientation, poor balance or stroke.

Bell's palsy*Rapid onset of mild weakness to total paralysis on one side of your face — occurring within hours to days. *Facial droop and difficulty making facial expressions, such as closing your eye or smiling. *Drooling. *Pain around the jaw or in or behind your ear on the affected side. *Increased sensitivity to sound on the affected side. *Headache. *A decrease in your ability to taste. *Changes in the amount of tears and saliva you produce.

Benign migratory glossitis or Geographic tongue*Smooth, red, irregularly shaped patches (lesions) on the top or side of your tongue. *Frequent changes in the location, size and shape of lesions. *Discomfort, pain or burning sensation in some cases, most often related to eating hot, spicy, salty or acidic foods.

Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)*Dizziness. *A sense that you or your surroundings are spinning or moving (vertigo). *A loss of balance or unsteadiness. *Nausea. *Vomiting.

Benign peripheral nerve tumor*Nerve damage and loss of muscle control. *Unusual lump, pain, tingling or numbness.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or prostate gland enlargement*Frequent or urgent need to urinate. *Increased frequency of urination at night (nocturia). *Difficulty starting urination. *Weak urine stream or a stream that stops and starts. *Dribbling at the end of urination. *Straining while urinating. *Inability to completely empty the bladder. *Urinary tract infection. *Inability to urinate. *Blood in the urine.

*Urinary tract infection. *Inflammation of the prostate (prostatitis). *Narrowing of the urethra (urethral stricture). *Scarring in the bladder neck as a result of previous surgery. *Bladder or kidney stones. *Problems with nerves that control the bladder. *Cancer of the prostate or bladder.

Berger's disease or IgA nephropathy*Cola- or tea-colored urine (caused by red blood cells in the urine). *Repeated episodes of cola- or tea-colored urine, sometimes even visible blood in your urine, usually during or after an upper respiratory or other type of infection. *Pain in the side(s) of your back below your ribs (flank). *Foam in the toilet water from protein in your urine. *Swelling (edema) in your hands and feet. *High blood pressure.

Bile duct cancer Cholangiocarcinoma or Gallbladder cancer*Jaundice. *Intense itchiness of the skin, *White-colored stool. *Abdominal pain, particularly in the upper right portion of the abdomen. *Abdominal bloating. *Itchiness. *Fever. *Loss of appetite. *Losing weight without trying. *Nausea. *Yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes (jaundice).

Bile reflux*Upper abdominal pain that may be severe. *Frequent heartburn — a burning sensation in your chest that sometimes spreads to your throat, along with a sour taste in your mouth. *Nausea. *Vomiting a greenish-yellow fluid (bile). *Occasionally, a cough or hoarseness. *Unintended weight loss.

Binge-eating disorder*Eating unusually large amounts of food in a specific amount of time, such as over a 2-hour period. *Feeling that your eating behavior is out of control. *Eating even when you're full or not hungry. *Eating rapidly during binge episodes. *Eating until you're uncomfortably full. *Frequently eating alone or in secret.

*Feeling depressed, disgusted, ashamed, guilty or upset about your eating. *Frequently dieting, possibly without weight loss.

Black hairy tongue*Black discoloration of the tongue, although the color may be brown, tan, green, yellow or white. *A hairy or furry appearance of the tongue. *Altered taste or metallic taste in mouth. *Bad breath (halitosis). *Gagging or tickling sensation, if the overgrowth of the papillae is excessive.

Bladder calculi or Bladder stones*Lower abdominal pain. *In men, pain or discomfort in the penis. *Painful urination. *Frequent urination. *Difficulty urinating or interruption of urine flow. *Blood in your urine. *Cloudy or abnormally dark-colored urine.

Bladder cancer*Blood in urine (hematuria) — urine may appear dark yellow, bright red or cola colored. *Frequent urination. *Painful urination. *Back pain. *Pelvic pain.

Bladder infection or Cystitis*A strong, persistent urge to urinate. *A burning sensation when urinating. *Passing frequent, small amounts of urine. *Blood in the urine (hematuria). *Passing cloudy or strong-smelling urine. *Pelvic discomfort. *A feeling of pressure in the lower abdomen. *Low-grade fever.

Bladder inflammation or Interstitial cystitis or painful bladder syndrome*Pain in your pelvis or between the vagina and anus in women or between the scrotum and anus in men (perineum). *Chronic pelvic pain. *A persistent, urgent need to urinate. *Frequent urination, often of small amounts, throughout the day and night. People with severe interstitial cystitis may urinate as often as 60 times a day. *Pain or discomfort while the bladder fills and relief after urinating. *Pain during sexual intercourse.

Blastocystis hominis infection or blastocystosis*Diarrhea. *Nausea.

*Abdominal cramps. *Bloating. *Excessive gas (flatulence). *Anal itching. *Loss of appetite. *Weight loss. *Fatigue.

Blepharitis*Watery eyes. *Red eyes. *A gritty, burning or stinging sensation in the eyes. *Eyelids that appear greasy. *Itchy eyelids. *Red, swollen eyelids. *Flaking of the skin around the eyes. *Crusted eyelashes upon awakening. *Eyelid sticking. *More frequent blinking. *Sensitivity to light. *Eyelashes that grow abnormally (misdirected eyelashes). *Loss of eyelashes.

Blind loop syndrome*Loss of appetite. *Abdominal pain. *Nausea. *Bloating. *An uncomfortable feeling of fullness after eating. *Diarrhea. *Unintentional weight loss.

Blocked tear duct*Excessive tearing. *Recurrent eye inflammation (conjunctivitis). *Recurrent eye infections. *Painful swelling near the inside corner of the eye. *Mucus or pus discharge from the lids and surface of the eye. *Blurred vision.

Blood in urine(haematuria)*Pink, red or cola-colored urine. *Blood clots in urine, that can be painful.

Burning mouth syndrome(BMS), scalded mouth syndrome, burning tongue syndrome, burning lips syndrome, stomatodynia and glossodynia*A burning sensation that most commonly affects your tongue, but may also affect your lips, gums, palate, throat or whole mouth.

*A sensation of dry mouth with increased thirst. *Taste changes, such as a bitter or metallic taste. *Loss of taste.

Body dysmorphic disorder or dysmorphophobia*Preoccupation with your physical appearance with extreme self-consciousness. *Frequent examination of yourself in the mirror, or the opposite, avoidance of mirrors altogether. *Strong belief that you have an abnormality or defect in your appearance that makes you ugly. *Belief that others take special notice of your appearance in a negative way. *Avoidance of social situations. *Feeling the need to stay housebound. *The need to seek reassurance about your appearance from others. *Frequent cosmetic procedures with little satisfaction. *Excessive grooming, such as hair plucking or skin picking, or excessive exercise in an unsuccessful effort to improve the flaw. *The need to grow a beard or wear excessive makeup or clothing to camouflage perceived flaws. *Comparison of your appearance with that of others. *Reluctance to appear in pictures.

Body lice bites*Intense itching.

Body odour and sweating*You suddenly begin to sweat much more or less than usual. *Sweating disrupts your daily routine. *You experience night sweats for no apparent reason. *You notice a change in your body odor.

Boils(furuncles)and Carbuncles*A painful, red bump that starts out about the size of a pea. *Red, swollen skin around the bump. *An increase in the size of the bump over a few days as it fills with pus (can sometimes reach the size of a baseball). *Development of a yellow-white tip that eventually ruptures and allows the pus to drain out. *Carbuncle is a cluster of boils &Carbuncles often occur on the back of the neck, shoulders or thighs.

Bone infection or osteomyelitis*Fever or chills. *Irritability or lethargy in young children. *Pain in the area of the infection. *Swelling, warmth and redness over the area of the infection.

Bone loss or Osteoporosis*Back pain, caused by a fractured or collapsed vertebra. *Loss of height over time. *A stooped posture. *A bone fracture that occurs much more easily than expected.

Bone metastasis*Bone pain. *Broken bones. *Urinary incontinence. *Bowel incontinence. *Weakness in the legs or arms. *High levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcemia), which can cause nausea, vomiting, constipation and confusion.

Bone spurs(osteophytes)*Bone spurs in knee cause pain & doesnt allow operating smoothly. *Bone spurs narrows the space & pinch the spinal cord or its nerve roots and can cause weakness or numbness in your arms or legs. *reduce the range of motion in your hip joint. *swelling in shoulder(tendinitis) *Bone spurs can make the joints in your fingers look knobby.

Borderline personality disorder(BPD)*Impulsive and risky behavior, such as risky driving, unsafe sex, gambling sprees or illegal drug use. *Awareness of destructive behavior, including self-injury, but sometimes feeling unable to change it. *Wide mood swings. *Short but intense episodes of anxiety or depression. *Inappropriate anger and antagonistic behavior, sometimes escalating into physical fights. *Difficulty controlling emotions or impulses. *Suicidal behavior. *Feeling misunderstood, neglected, alone, empty or hopeless. *Fear of being alone. *Feelings of self-hate and self-loathing.

BotulismFoodborne botulism: *Difficulty swallowing or speaking. *Dry mouth. *Facial weakness on both sides of the face. *Blurred or double vision. *Drooping eyelids. *Trouble breathing. *Nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps. *Paralysis.

Wound botulism: *Difficulty swallowing or speaking. *Facial weakness on both sides of the face. *Blurred or double vision. *Drooping eyelids.

*Trouble breathing. *Paralysis.

Infant botulism: *Constipation (often the first sign). *Floppy movements due to muscle weakness and trouble controlling the head. *Weak cry. *Irritability. *Drooling. *Drooping eyelids. *Tiredness. *Difficulty sucking or feeding. *Paralysis.

Bowel incontinence or fecal incontinence*Can't control the passage of gas or stools, which may be liquid or solid, from their bowels. *May not be able to make it to the toilet in time. *Diarrhea. *Constipation. *Gas and bloating.

Bradycardia*Near-fainting or fainting (syncope). *Dizziness. *Weakness. *Fatigue. *Shortness of breath. *Chest pains. *Confusion or memory problems. *Easily tiring during physical activity.

Bradycardia-tachycardia syndrome or sick sinus syndrome sinus node disease or sinus node dysfunction*Slower than normal pulse (bradycardia). *Fatigue. *Dizziness or lightheadedness. *Fainting or near fainting. *Shortness of breath. *Chest pains. *A sensation of rapid, fluttering heartbeats (palpitations).

Brain aneurysmRuptured aneurysm: *Sudden, extremely severe headache. *Nausea and vomiting. *Stiff neck. *Blurred or double vision. *Sensitivity to light.

*Seizure. *A drooping eyelid. *Loss of consciousness. *Confusion.

Leaking aneurysm: *Sudden, extremely severe headache.

Unruptured aneurysm: *Pain above and behind an eye. *A dilated pupil. *Change in vision or double vision. *Numbness, weakness or paralysis of one side of the face. *A drooping eyelid.

Breast cancer*A breast lump or thickening that feels different from the surrounding tissue. *Bloody discharge from the nipple *Change in the size, shape or appearance of a breast. *Changes to the skin over the breast, such as dimpling. *A newly inverted nipple. *Peeling, scaling or flaking of the pigmented area of skin surrounding the nipple (areola) or breast skin. *Redness or pitting of the skin over your breast, like the skin of an orange.

Breast cysts*A smooth, easily movable round or oval breast lump with distinct edges (which typically, though not always, indicates it's benign). *Usually found in one breast, but can affect both breasts at the same time. *Breast pain or tenderness in the area of the breast lump. *Increase in breast lump size and breast tenderness just before your period. *Decrease in breast lump size and resolution of other signs and symptoms after your period.

Breast infection or mastitis*Breast tenderness or warmth to the touch. *Generally feeling ill (malaise). *Breast swelling. *Pain or a burning sensation continuously or while breast-feeding. *Skin redness, often in a wedge-shaped pattern. *Fever of 101 F (38.3 C) or greater.

Broken ankle or broken foot*Immediate, throbbing pain. *Pain that increases with activity and decreases with rest. *Swelling. *Bruising. *Tenderness. *Deformity. *Difficulty in walking or bearing weight.

*Problems getting a shoe on or off.

Broken arm*Severe pain, which may increase with movement. *Swelling. *Bruising. *Deformity, such as a bent arm or wrist. *Inability to turn your arm from palm up to palm down or vice versa.

Broken blood vessel in eye or Subconjunctival hemorrhage- *Bright red patch on the white (sclera) of your eye. *Scratchy feeling on the surface of your eye.

Broken collarbone*Pain that increases with shoulder movement. *Swelling. *Tenderness. *Bruising. *A bulge on or near your shoulder. *A grinding or crackling sound when you try to move your shoulder. *Stiffness or inability to move your shoulder.

Broken wrist or Broken hand or Broken finger*Severe pain that tends to increase during gripping or squeezing. *Swelling. *Tenderness. *Bruising. *Obvious deformity, such as a bent wrist or crooked finger. *Stiffness or inability to move your fingers or thumb. *Numbness in your hand.

Broken heart syndrome or Takotsubo cardiomyopathy or Apical ballooning syndrome or Stress cardiomyopathy*Chest pain. *Shortness of breath.

Broken hip or Hip fracture*Inability to move immediately after a fall. *Severe pain in your hip or groin. *Inability to put weight on your leg on the side of your injured hip. *Stiffness, bruising and swelling in and around your hip area. *Shorter leg on the side of your injured hip. *Turning outward of your leg on the side of your injured hip.

Broken leg or leg fracture*Severe pain, which may worsen with movement. *Swelling. *Tenderness. *Bruising. *Obvious deformity or shortening of the affected leg.

*Inability to walk.

Broken nose or Nasal fracture*Pain or tenderness, especially when touching your nose. *Swelling of your nose and surrounding areas. *Bleeding from your nose. *Bruising around your nose or eyes. *Crooked or misshapen nose. *Difficulty breathing through your nose. *Discharge of mucus from your nose. *Feeling that one or both of your nasal passages are blocked.

Broken rib or Fractured rib*Pain while taking a deep breath, Press on the injured area,Bend or twist your body.

Broken toe*Pain. *Swelling. *Discoloration.

Bronchiolitis*Runny nose. *Stuffy nose. *Cough. *Slight fever (not always present). *Breathing difficulty. *Wheezing. *Ear infection(otitis media).

Bronchitis*Cough. *Production of mucus (sputum), which can be clear, white, yellowish-gray or green in color — rarely, it may be streaked with blood. *Fatigue. *Shortness of breath. *Slight fever and chills. *Chest discomfort.

Brucellosis*Fever. *Chills. *Sweats. *Weakness. *Fatigue. *Joint, muscle and back pain. *Headache.

Brugada syndrome*Fainting (syncope).

*Irregular heartbeats or palpitations. *Extremely fast and chaotic heartbeat (sudden cardiac arrest).

Bruxism or Teeth gringing*Teeth grinding or clenching, which may be loud enough to awaken your sleep partner. *Teeth that are flattened, fractured, chipped or loose. *Worn tooth enamel, exposing deeper layers of your tooth. *Increased tooth sensitivity. *Jaw or face pain or soreness. *Tired or tight jaw muscles. *Pain that feels like an earache, though it's actually not a problem with your ear. *Dull headache originating in the temples. *Damage from chewing on the inside of your cheek. *Indentations on your tongue.

Buerger's disease (thromboangiitis obliterans)*Pain that may come and go in your legs and feet or in your arms and hands. This pain typically occurs when you use your hands or feet and eases when you stop that activity (claudication). *Inflammation along a vein just below the skin's surface (due to a blood clot in the vein). *Fingers and toes that turn pale when exposed to cold (Raynaud's phenomenon). *Painful open sores on your fingers and toes.

Bulimia nervosa or Bulimia*Being preoccupied with your body shape and weight. *Living in fear of gaining weight. *Feeling that you can't control your eating behavior. *Eating until the point of discomfort or pain. *Eating much more food in a binge episode than in a normal meal or snack. *Forcing yourself to vomit or exercise too much to keep from gaining weight after bingeing. *Misusing laxatives, diuretics or enemas after eating. *Restricting calories or avoiding certain foods between binges. *Using dietary supplements or herbal products excessively for weight loss.

Bullous pemphigoid*large blisters on lower abdomen, upper thighs or armpits or grion. *Affected areas of skin can be very itchy. *Blisters or sores in your mouth. *Rarely, the mucous membranes of the eyes can be involved, creating redness, soreness and discomfort.

Bundle branch block*Fainting (syncope). *Feeling as if you're going to faint (presyncope).

Bunions*A bulging bump on the outside of the base of your big toe. *Swelling, redness or soreness around your big toe joint. *Thickening of the skin at the base of your big toe. *Corns or calluses — these often develop where the first and second toes overlap. *Persistent or intermittent pain.

*Restricted movement of your big toe.

Burning thigh pain or meralgia paresthetica*Tingling and numbness in the outer (lateral) part of your thigh. *Burning pain in or on the surface of the outer part of your thigh.

BurnsFirst-degree burn: *Affects only the outer layer of the skin (epidermis). It causes redness and pain.

Second-degree burn: *Affect both the epidermis and the second layer of skin (dermis), causing redness, pain and swelling. *Blisters and pain are observed. *Scarring.

Third-degree burn: *Reach into the fat layer beneath the dermis. *Skin may appear stiff, waxy white, leathery or tan. *Destroys nerves causing numbness.

Fourth-degree burn: *Affects beyond the skin, such as muscle and bones. The skin may appear blackened or charred.

Bursitis*Feel achy or stiff. *Hurt more when you move it or press on it. *Look swollen and red.

Bursitis of knee(knee bursitis)*Inflammation. *The affected portion of your knee may feel warm, tender and swollen when you put pressure on it. *You may also feel pain when you move or even at rest.

C.difficile collitis or pseudomembranous colitis*Diarrhea that can be watery and sometimes bloody. *Abdominal cramps and pain. *Fever. *Pus or mucus in your stool. *Nausea. *Dehydration.

Calciphylaxis*Painful skin ulcers. *Serious infections that can lead to death.

Corn and callus*A thick, rough area of skin. *A hardened, raised bump.

*Tenderness or pain under your skin. *Flaky, dry or waxy skin. *Corns are smaller than calluses and have a hard center surrounded by inflamed skin. *Corns tend to develop on parts of your feet that don't bear weight, such as the tops and sides of your toes and even between your toes. *They can also be found in weight-bearing areas. *Corns can be painful when pressed. *Calluses are rarely painful. They usually develop on the soles of your feet, especially under the heels or balls, on your palms, or on your knees. Calluses vary in size and shape and are often larger than corns.

Cancer*Fatigue *Lump or area of thickening that can be felt under the skin. *Weight changes, including unintended loss or gain. *Skin changes, such as yellowing, darkening or redness of the skin, sores that won't heal, or changes to existing moles. *Changes in bowel or bladder habits. *Persistent cough or trouble breathing. *Difficulty swallowing. *Hoarseness. *Persistent indigestion or discomfort after eating. *Persistent, unexplained muscle or joint pain. *Persistent, unexplained fevers or night sweats. *Unexplained bleeding or bruising.

Carcinoid tumoursCarcinoid tumors in the lungs: *Chest pain. *Wheezing. *Shortness of breath. *Diarrhea. *Redness or a feeling of warmth in your face and neck (skin flushing). *Weight gain, particularly around the midsection and upper back. *Pink or purple marks on the skin that look like stretch marks.

Carcinoid tumors in the digestive tract: *Abdominal pain. *Diarrhea. *Nausea, vomiting and inability to pass stool due to intestinal blockage (bowel obstruction). *Rectal bleeding. *Rectal pain. *Redness or a feeling of warmth in your face and neck (skin flushing).

Cervical cancer*Vaginal bleeding after intercourse, between periods or after menopause. *Watery, bloody vaginal discharge that may be heavy and have a foul odor. *Pelvic pain or pain during intercourse.

Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)*Enlarged, but painless, lymph nodes. *Fatigue. *Fever. *Pain in the upper left portion of the abdomen, which may be caused by an enlarged spleen. *Night sweats. *Weight loss. *Frequent infections.

Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) or chronic myeloid leukemia and chronic granulocytic leukemia*Affects granulocytes.

Colon cancer*A change in your bowel habits, including diarrhea or constipation or a change in the consistency of your stool. *Rectal bleeding or blood in your stool. *Persistent abdominal discomfort, such as cramps, gas or pain. *A feeling that your bowel doesn't empty completely. *Weakness or fatigue. *Unexplained weight loss.

Carbon monoxide poisoning*Dull headache. *Weakness. *Dizziness. *Nausea or vomiting. *Shortness of breath. *Confusion. *Blurred vision. *Loss of consciousness.

Carcinoid syndrome*Skin flushing:The skin on your face and upper chest feels hot and changes color — ranging from pink to red to purple. Flushing episodes may last from a few minutes to a few hours or longer,sometimes triggered by stress, exercise or drinking alcohol. *Facial skin lesions: Purplish areas of spider-like veins may appear on the nose and upper lip. *Diarrhea:Frequent, watery stools sometimes accompanied by abdominal cramps. *Difficulty breathing:Asthma-like signs and symptoms, such as wheezing and shortness of breath. *Rapid heartbeat.

Cardiac arrest or Sudden cardiac arrest*Sudden collapse. *No pulse. *No breathing. *Loss of consciousness.

Symptoms which precede cardiac arrest are: fatigue, fainting, blackouts, dizziness, chest pain,

shortness of breath, weakness, palpitations or vomiting.

Cardiac ischemia or Myocardial ischemia*Chest pressure or pain, typically on the left side of the body (angina pectoris). *Neck or jaw pain. *Shoulder or arm pain. *A fast heartbeat. *Shortness of breath. *Nausea and vomiting.

Cardiogenic shock*Rapid breathing. *Severe shortness of breath. *Sudden, rapid heartbeat (tachycardia). *Loss of consciousness. *Weak pulse. *Sweating. *Pale skin. *Cold hands or feet. *Urinating less than normal or not at all.

Cardiomegaly or Enlarged heart*Shortness of breath. *Abnormal heart rhythm (arrhythmia). *Swelling (edema).

Cardiomyopathy*Breathlessness with exertion or even at rest. *Swelling of the legs, ankles and feet. *Bloating of the abdomen due to fluid buildup. *Cough while lying down. *Fatigue. *Irregular heartbeats that feel rapid, pounding or fluttering. *Chest pain. *Dizziness, lightheadedness and fainting.

Carotid artery disease or stroke or TIA*Sudden numbness or weakness in the face or limbs, often on only one side of the body. *Sudden trouble speaking and understanding. *Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes. *Sudden dizziness or loss of balance. *Sudden, severe headache with no known cause.

Carpal tunnel syndrome*Tingling or numbness in fingers or hand, especially thumb and index, middle or ring fingers, but not little finger. *Weakness due to numbness.

Cataracts*Clouded, blurred or dim vision

Increasing difficulty with vision at night. *Sensitivity to light and glare. *Seeing "halos" around lights. *Frequent changes in eyeglass or contact lens prescription. *Fading or yellowing of colors. *Double vision in a single eye.

Causalgia or complex regional pain syndrome*Continuous burning or throbbing pain, usually in your arm, leg, hand or foot. *Sensitivity to touch or cold. *Swelling of the painful area. *Changes in skin temperature — at times your skin may be sweaty; at other times it may be cold. *Changes in skin color, which can range from white and mottled to red or blue. *Changes in skin texture, which may become tender, thin or shiny in the affected area. *Changes in hair and nail growth Joint stiffness, swelling and damage. *Muscle spasms, weakness and loss (atrophy). *Decreased ability to move the affected body part.

Cavernous malformations*Weakness or numbness in the face, arm or leg, unsteadiness, vision loss or double vision, and difficulties speaking or swallowing. *Seizures. *Hemorrhages.

Cavities or Tooth decay*Toothache. *Tooth sensitivity. *Mild to sharp pain when eating or drinking something sweet, hot or cold. *Visible holes or pits in your teeth. *Brown, black or white staining on any surface of a tooth. *Pain when you bite down.

Celiac disease*Anemia, usually resulting from iron deficiency. *Loss of bone density (osteoporosis) or softening of bone (osteomalacia). *Itchy, blistery skin rash (dermatitis herpetiformis). *Damage to dental enamel. *Headaches and fatigue. *Nervous system injury, including numbness and tingling in the feet and hands, and possible problems with balance. *Joint pain. *Reduced functioning of the spleen (hyposplenism). *Acid reflux and heartburn. *Obesity. *Constipation.

Cellulite*Dimpled or bumpy skin. *Mild cellulite can be seen only when the skin is pinched where the dimpling appears. *Severe cellulite makes the skin appear rumpled and bumpy with areas of peaks and valleys. *Found on the Thighs and buttocks, breasts, lower abdomen and upper arms.

Cellulitis*Red area of skin that tends to expand. *Swelling. *Tenderness. *Pain. *Warmth. *Fever. *Red spots. *Blisters. *Skin dimpling.

Cercarial dermatitis or Swimmer's itch*Itchy rash looks like reddish pimples or blisters.

Cerebral palsy*Variations in muscle tone, such as being either too stiff or too floppy. *Stiff muscles and exaggerated reflexes (spasticity). *Stiff muscles with normal reflexes (rigidity). *Lack of muscle coordination (ataxia). *Tremors or involuntary movements. *Slow, writhing movements (athetosis). *Delays in reaching motor skills milestones, such as pushing up on arms, sitting up alone or crawling Favoring one side of the body, such as reaching with only one hand or dragging a leg while crawling. *Difficulty walking, such as walking on toes, a crouched gait, a scissors-like gait with knees crossing or a wide gait. *Excessive drooling or problems with swallowing. *Difficulty with sucking or eating. *Delays in speech development or difficulty speaking. *Difficulty with precise motions, such as picking up a crayon or spoon.

Cerumen impaction or earwax blockage*Earache. *Feeling of fullness in the affected ear. *Ringing or noises in the ear (tinnitus). *Decreased hearing in the affected ear. *Dizziness. *Cough.

Cervical dystonia or spasmodic torticollisThe muscle contractions involved in cervical dystonia can cause your head to twist in a variety

of directions, including: *Chin toward shoulder. *Ear toward shoulder. *Chin straight up. *Chin straight down.

Cervical osteoarthritis or Cervical spondylosis*Tingling, numbness and weakness in your arms, hands, legs or feet. *Lack of coordination and difficulty walking. *Loss of bladder or bowel control.

Cervicitis*Large amounts of vaginal discharge that's green, brown or yellow and pus-like and that sometimes has an unpleasant odor. *Frequent, painful urination. *Pain during intercourse. *Vaginal bleeding after intercourse, not associated with a menstrual period.

Charcot-Marie-Tooth or hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy*Weakness in your legs, ankles and feet. *Loss. of muscle bulk in legs and feet *High foot arches. *Curled toes (hammertoes). *Decreased ability to run. *Difficulty lifting your foot at the ankle (footdrop). *Awkward or higher than normal step (gait). *Frequent tripping or falling. *Decreased sensation or a loss of feeling in your legs and feet.

Chemical dependency or Drug addiction*Feeling that you have to use the drug regularly — this can be daily or even several times a day. *Having intense urges for the drug *Over time, needing more of the drug to get the same effect. *Making certain that you maintain a supply of the drug. *Spending money on the drug, even though you can't afford it. *Not meeting obligations and work responsibilities, or cutting back on social or recreational activities because of drug use. *Doing things to get the drug that you normally wouldn't do, such as stealing. *Driving or doing other risky activities when you're under the influence of the drug. *Focusing more and more time and energy on getting and using the drug. *Failing in your attempts to stop using the drug. *Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when you attempt to stop taking the drug.

Chemo brain or chemo fog, chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment or cognitive dysfunction*Being unusually disorganized Confusion. *Difficulty concentrating.

*Difficulty finding the right word. *Difficulty learning new skills. *Difficulty multitasking. *Fatigue. *Feeling of mental fogginess. *Short attention span. *Short-term memory problems. *Taking longer than usual to complete routine tasks. *Trouble with verbal memory, such as remembering a conversation. *Trouble with visual memory, such as recalling an image or list of words.

Chest painHeart realated chest pain: *Pressure, fullness or tightness in your chest. *Crushing or searing pain that radiates to your back, neck, jaw, shoulders and arms — particularly your left arm. *Pain that lasts more than a few minutes, gets worse with activity, goes away and comes back or varies in intensity. *Shortness of breath. *Cold sweats. *Dizziness or weakness. *Nausea or vomiting.

Other types of chest pain: *A sour taste or a sensation of food re-entering your mouth. *Trouble swallowing. *Pain that gets better or worse when you change your body position. *Pain that intensifies when you breathe deeply or cough. *Tenderness when you push on your chest. *Painful heart burn.

Chest wall pain or Costochondritis or costosternal syndrome or costosternal chondrodyniaPain: *Occurs on the left side of your breastbone. *Is sharp, aching or pressure-like. *Affects more than one rib. *Worsens when you take a deep breath or cough.

Chiari malformationChiari malformation type I: *Neck pain. *Unsteady gait (problems with balance). *Poor hand coordination (fine motor skills). *Numbness and tingling of the hands and feet. *Dizziness. *Difficulty swallowing, sometimes accompanied by gagging, choking and vomiting. *Vision problems (blurred or double vision).

*Speech problems, such as hoarseness. *Ringing or buzzing in the ears (tinnitus). *Weakness. *Slow heart rhythm. *Curvature of the spine (scoliosis) related to spinal cord impairment. *Abnormal breathing, such as central sleep apnea, characterized by periods of breathing cessation during sleep.

Chiari malformation type II: *Changes in breathing pattern. *Swallowing problems, such as gagging. *Quick downward eye movements. *Weakness in arms.

Chicken pox(Varicella)*Fever. *Loss of appetite. *Headache. *Tiredness and a general feeling of being unwell (malaise).

Once the chickenpox rash appears, it goes through three phases: *Raised pink or red bumps (papules), which break out over several days. *Fluid-filled blisters (vesicles), forming from the raised bumps over about one day before breaking and leaking. *Crusts and scabs, which cover the broken blisters and take several more days to heal.

Chilblains*Small, itchy red areas on your skin, often on your feet or hands. *Possible blistering. *Swelling of your skin. *Burning sensation on your skin. *Changes in skin color from red to dark blue, accompanied by pain. *Possible ulceration.

Child abuse or Child maltreatment*Withdrawal from friends or usual activities. *Changes in behavior — such as aggression, anger, hostility or hyperactivity — or changes in school performance. *Depression, anxiety or a sudden loss of self-confidence. *An apparent lack of supervision. *Frequent absences from school or reluctance to ride the school bus. *Reluctance to leave school activities, as if he or she doesn't want to go home. *Attempts at running away. *Rebellious or defiant behavior. *Attempts at suicide.

Childhood apraxia of speech(CAS)*Difficulty moving smoothly from one sound, syllable or word to another. *Groping movements with the jaw, lips or tongue to make the correct movement for speech

sounds. *Vowel distortions, such as attempting to use the correct vowel, but saying it incorrectly. *Using the wrong stress in a word, such as pronouncing "banana" as "BUH-nan-uh" instead of "buh-NAN-uh". *Using equal emphasis on all syllables, such as saying "BUH-NAN-UH". *Separation of syllables, such as putting a pause or gap between syllables. *Inconsistency, such as making different errors when trying to say the same word a second time. *Difficulty imitating simple words. *Inconsistent voicing errors, such as saying "down" instead of "town," or "zoo" instead of "Sue".

Childhood asthma*Frequent, intermittent coughing. *A whistling or wheezing sound when exhaling. *Shortness of breath. *Chest congestion or tightness. *Chest pain, particularly in younger children. *Trouble sleeping caused by shortness of breath, coughing or wheezing. *Bouts of coughing or wheezing that get worse with a respiratory infection, such as a cold or the flu. *Delayed recovery or bronchitis after a respiratory infection. *Trouble breathing that may limit play or exercise. *Fatigue, which can be caused by poor sleep.

Childhood disintegrative disorder or Heller's syndrome or Dementia infantilis*Language, including a severe decline in the ability to speak and have a conversation. *Social skills, including significant difficulty relating to and interacting with others. *Play, including a loss of interest in imaginary play and in a variety of games and activities. *Motor skills, including a dramatic decline in the ability to walk, climb, grasp objects and perform other movements. *Bowel or bladder control, including frequent accidents in a child who was previously toilet trained.

Childhood obesity*children have larger than average body frames.

Chlamydia*Painful urination. *Lower abdominal pain. *Vaginal discharge in women. *Discharge from the penis in men. *Painful sexual intercourse in women. *Bleeding between periods and after sex in women. *Testicular pain in men.

Cholangitis or Primary sclerosing cholangitis*Fatigue. *Itching.

*Pain in the upper right part of the abdomen. *Fever. *Chills. *Night sweats. *Enlarged liver. *Weight loss. *Yellow eyes and skin (jaundice).

Cholecystitis*Severe pain in your upper right abdomen. *Pain that radiates from to your right shoulder or back. *Tenderness over your abdomen when it's touched. *Nausea. *Vomiting. *Fever.

Cholera* Diarrhea due to cholera often has a pale, milky appearance that resembles water in which rice has been rinsed (rice-water stool). *Nausea and vomiting. *Cholera dehydration include irritability, lethargy, sunken eyes, a dry mouth, extreme thirst, dry and shriveled skin that's slow to bounce back when pinched into a fold, little or no urine output, low blood pressure, and an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). *Muscle cramps. *An altered state of consciousness. *Seizures. *Coma. *Shock.

Cholestasis of pregnancy*Intense itching on palms of hands & soles of feet. *Yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes (jaundice). *Nausea. *Loss of appetite.

Chondromalacia patella or patellofemoral pain syndrome*Dull, aching pain in the front of your knee. This pain can be aggravated when you: *Walk up or down stairs. *Kneel or squat. *Sit with a bent knee for long periods of time.

Chondrosarcoma or bone cancer*Affect any bone, it most often occurs in the hipbones and thighbones.

Chronic constipation*Passing fewer than three stools a week. *Having lumpy or hard stools. *Straining to have bowel movements. *Feeling as though there's a blockage in your rectum that prevents bowel movements.

*Feeling as though you can't completely empty the stool from your rectum. *Needing help to empty your rectum, such as using your hands to press on your abdomen and using a finger to remove stool from your rectum.

Chronic cough*A runny or stuffy nose. *A feeling of liquid running down the back of your throat. *Frequent throat clearing and sore throat. *Hoarseness. *Wheezing and shortness of breath. *Heartburn or a sour taste in your mouth. *In rare cases, coughing up blood.

Chronic daily headachesChronic migraine: *Affect one side or both sides of your head. *Have a pulsating, throbbing sensation. *Cause moderate to severe pain. *Are aggravated by routine physical activity. *Nausea, vomiting or both Sensitivity to light and sound.

Chronic tension-type headache: *Affects both sides of your head. *Cause mild to moderate pain. *Cause pain that feels pressing or tightening, but not pulsating. *Aren't aggravated by routine physical activity. *Some people may have skull tenderness.

New daily persistent headache: *Usually affects both sides of your head. *Cause pain that feels like pressing or tightening, but not pulsating. *Cause mild to moderate pain. *Aren't aggravated by routine physical activity.

Hemicrania continua: *Affect only one side of your head. *Are daily and continuous with no pain-free periods. *Cause moderate pain with spikes of severe pain. *Respond to the prescription pain reliever indomethacin (Indocin). *May sometimes become severe with development of migraine-like symptoms. *Tearing or redness of the eye on the affected side. *Nasal congestion or runny nose. *Drooping eyelid or pupil narrowing. *Sensation of restlessness.

Chronic exertional compartment syndrome or chronic compartment syndrome or exercise-induced compartment syndrome*Aching, burning or cramping pain in the affected limb — usually the lower leg.

*Tightness in the affected limb. *Numbness or tingling in the affected limb. *Weakness of the affected limb. *Foot drop, in severe cases, if nerves in your legs are affected. *Occasionally, swelling or bulging as a result of a muscle hernia.

Pain due to chronic exertional compartment syndrome typically follows this pattern: *Begins soon after you start exercising the affected limb. *Progressively worsens as long as you exercise. *Stops within 30 minutes after the affected limb comes to rest. *Over time, may begin to persist longer after exercise, possibly lingering for a day or two.

Chronic fatigue syndrome*Fatigue. *Loss of memory or concentration. *Sore throat. *Enlarged lymph nodes in your neck or armpits. *Unexplained muscle pain. *Pain that moves from one joint to another without swelling or redness. *Headache of a new type, pattern or severity. *Unrefreshing sleep. *Extreme exhaustion lasting more than 24 hours after physical or mental exercise.

Chronic granulomatous disease (CGD)*pneumonia, lung infections, skin infections, lymph node infections, liver infections, gastrointestinal inflammation or other infections. They may develop clusters of white blood cells (masses) in infected areas (granulomas).

Chronic hives or Chronic urticaria*Batches of red or white welts (wheals), usually on the face, trunk, arms or legs. *Welts that vary in size, change shape, and appear and fade repeatedly as the reaction runs its course. *Itching, which may be severe. *Swelling that causes pain or burning (angioedema), especially inside the throat and around the eyes, cheeks, lips, hands, feet and genitals. *A tendency for signs and symptoms to flare with triggers such as heat, exercise and stress. *A tendency for symptoms to recur frequently and unpredictably, sometimes for months or years.

Chronic kidney disease Chronic kidney failure*Nausea. *Vomiting. *Loss of appetite. *Fatigue and weakness. *Sleep problems. *Changes in urine output. *Decreased mental sharpness. *Muscle twitches and cramps.

*Hiccups. *Swelling of feet and ankles. *Persistent itching. *Chest pain, if fluid builds up around the lining of the heart. *Shortness of breath, if fluid builds up in the lungs. *High blood pressure (hypertension) that's difficult to control.

Chronic lymphocytic leukemia(CLL)*Enlarged, but painless, lymph nodes. *Fatigue. *Fever. *Pain in the upper left portion of the abdomen, which may be caused by an enlarged spleen. *Night sweats. *Weight loss. *Frequent infections.

Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis or Hashimoto's disease*Fatigue and sluggishness. *Increased sensitivity to cold. *Constipation. *Pale, dry skin. *A puffy face. *Hoarse voice. *Unexplained weight gain — occurring infrequently and rarely exceeding 10 to 20 pounds, most of which is fluid. *Muscle aches, tenderness and stiffness, especially in your shoulders and hips. *Pain and stiffness in your joints and swelling in your knees or the small joints in your hands and feet. *Muscle weakness, especially in your lower extremities. *Excessive or prolonged menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia). *Depression.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)*Shortness of breath, especially during physical activities. *Wheezing. *Chest tightness. *Having to clear your throat first thing in the morning, due to excess mucus in your lungs. *A chronic cough that produces sputum that may be clear, white, yellow or greenish. *Blueness of the lips or fingernail beds (cyanosis). *Frequent respiratory infections. *Lack of energy. *Unintended weight loss (in later stages).

Chronic pelvic pain*Severe and steady pain. *Pain that comes and goes (intermittent). *Dull aching.

*Sharp pains or cramping. *Pressure or heaviness deep within your pelvis. *Pain during intercourse. *Pain while having a bowel movement or urinating. *Pain when you sit for long periods of time.

Chronic sinusitis or chronic rhinosinusitis*Drainage of a thick, yellow or greenish discharge from the nose or down the back of the throat. *Nasal obstruction or congestion, causing difficulty breathing through your nose. *Pain, tenderness and swelling around your eyes, cheeks, nose or forehead. *Reduced sense of smell and taste. *Ear pain. *Aching in your upper jaw and teeth. *Cough, which may be worse at night. *Sore throat. *Bad breath (halitosis). *Fatigue or irritability. *Nausea.

Chronic traumatic encephalopathy*Difficulty thinking (cognitive impairment). *Impulsive behavior. *Depression or apathy. *Short-term memory loss. *Difficulty planning and carrying out tasks (executive function). *Emotional instability. *Substance abuse. *Suicidal thoughts or behavior. *Irritability. *Aggression. *Speech and language difficulties. *Motor impairment, such as difficulty walking, tremor, loss of muscle movement, weakness or rigidity. *Trouble swallowing (dysphagia). *Vision and focusing problems. *Trouble with sense of smell (olfactory abnormalities). *Dementia.

Chronic vulva pain or vulvodynia*Burning. *Soreness. *Stinging. *Rawness. *Painful intercourse (dyspareunia). *Throbbing. *Itching.

Cirrhosis*Fatigue. *Bleeding easily. *Bruising easily. *Itchy skin. *Yellow discoloration in the skin and eyes (jaundice). *Fluid accumulation in your abdomen (ascites). *Loss of appetite. *Nausea. *Swelling in your legs. *Weight loss. *Confusion, drowsiness and slurred speech (hepatic encephalopathy). *Spider-like blood vessels on your skin.

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease(CJD)*Personality changes. *Anxiety. *Depression. *Memory loss. *Impaired thinking. *Blurred vision. *Insomnia. *Difficulty speaking. *Difficulty swallowing. *Sudden, jerky movements.

Claudication or Intermittent claudication*pain or discomfort in your feet, calves, thighs, hips or buttocks & arms. *Intermittent pain. *Pain when at rest. *Discolored skin or ulcerations. *An aching or burning feeling. *Weakness.

Cleft lip and cleft palate*A split in the lip and roof of the mouth (palate) that can affect one or both sides of the face. *A split in the lip that can appear as only a small notch in the lip or can extend from the lip through the upper gum and palate into the bottom of the nose. *A split in the roof of the mouth that doesn't affect the appearance of the face. *Difficulty with feedings. *Difficulty swallowing, with potential for liquids or foods to come out the nose. *Nasal speaking voice. *Chronic ear infections.

Clinical depression*Feelings of sadness, emptiness or unhappiness. *Angry outbursts, irritability or frustration, even over small matters.

*Loss of interest or pleasure in normal activities, such as sex. *Sleep disturbances, including insomnia or sleeping too much. *Tiredness and lack of energy, so that even small tasks take extra effort. *Changes in appetite — often reduced appetite and weight loss, but increased cravings for food and weight gain in some people. *Anxiety, agitation or restlessness — for example, excessive worrying, pacing, hand-wringing or an inability to sit still. *Slowed thinking, speaking or body movements. *Feelings of worthlessness or guilt, fixating on past failures or blaming yourself for things that are not your responsibility. *Trouble thinking, concentrating, making decisions and remembering things. *Frequent thoughts of death, suicidal thoughts, suicide attempts or suicide. *Unexplained physical problems, such as back pain or headaches.

Clubfoot*The top of the foot is usually twisted downward and inward, increasing the arch and turning the heel inward. *The foot may be turned so severely that it actually looks as if it's upside down. *The calf muscles in the affected leg are usually underdeveloped. *The affected foot may be up to 1/2 inch (about 1 centimeter) shorter than the other foot.

Cluster headache*Excruciating pain, generally located in or around one eye, but may radiate to other areas of your face, head, neck and shoulders. *One-sided pain. *Restlessness. *Excessive tearing. *Redness in your eye on the affected side. *Stuffy or runny nasal passage in your nostril on the affected side of your face. *Sweaty, pale skin (pallor) on your face. *Swelling around your eye on the affected side of your face. *Drooping eyelid.

Coccidioidomycosis(Valley fever)Acute Coccidioidomycosis: *Fever. *Cough. *Chest pain. *Chills. *Night sweats. *Headache. *Fatigue. *Joint aches. *Red, spotty rash.

Chronic coccidioidomycosis: *Low-grade fever.

*Weight loss. *Cough. *Chest pain. *Blood-tinged sputum (matter discharged during coughing). *Nodules in the lungs.

Disseminated coccidioidomycosis: *Nodules, ulcers and skin lesions that are more serious than the rash that sometimes occurs with other forms of the disease. *Painful lesions in the skull, spine or other bones. *Painful, swollen joints, especially in the knees or ankles. *Meningitis — an infection of the membranes and fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord.

Cold allergy or Cold urticaria*Temporary reddish, itchy welts (hives) on the area of skin that was exposed to cold. *A worsening of the reaction as the skin warms. *Swelling of hands when holding cold objects. *Swelling of lips and throat when consuming cold food or drink. *A whole-body response (anaphylaxis), which can cause fainting, a racing heart, swelling of limbs or torso, and shock. *Swelling of the tongue and throat, which can make it difficult to breathe.

Cold exposure or HypothermiaMild hypothermia: *Shivering. *Dizziness *Hunger. *Nausea. *Faster breathing. *Trouble speaking. *Slight confusion. *Lack of coordination *Fatigue. *Increased heart rate.

Moderate to severe hypothermia: *Shivering, although as hypothermia worsens, shivering stops. *Clumsiness or lack of coordination. *Slurred speech or mumbling. *Confusion and poor decision-making, such as trying to remove warm clothes. *Drowsiness or very low energy. *Lack of concern about one's condition. *Progressive loss of consciousness *Weak pulse. *Slow, shallow breathing.

Hypothermia in infants: *Bright red, cold skin.

*Very low energy. *A weak cry.

Cold sores or fever blisters*Itching, burning or tingling sensation around their lips. *Small fluid-filled blisters at the edge of the lips. *Oozing and crusting. *Fever. *Painful eroded gums. *Sore throat. *Headache. *Muscle aches. *Swollen lymph nodes.

Common cold*Runny or stuffy nose. *Itchy or sore throat. *Cough. *Congestion. *Slight body aches or a mild headache. *Sneezing. *Watery eyes. *Low-grade fever. *Mild fatigue.

Colic*Predictable crying episodes. *Intense or inconsolable crying. Colic crying is intense, sounds distressed and is often high pitched. *Crying that occurs for no apparent reason. *Posture changes. Curled up legs, clenched fists and tensed abdominal muscles are common during colic episodes.

Collagenous colitis or microscopic colitis*Chronic watery diarrhea. *Abdominal pain or cramps. *Weight loss. *Nausea. *Fecal incontinence.

Colonic ischemia or Ischemic colitis*Pain, tenderness or cramping in your belly, which can occur suddenly or gradually. *Bright red or maroon-colored blood in your stool or, at times, passage of blood alone without stool. *A feeling of urgency to move your bowels. *Diarrhea.

Collapsed lungs or pneumothorax-*Sudden chest pain and shortness of breath.

Colon polyps-

*Rectal bleeding. *Change in stool color. *Change in bowel habits. *Pain,nausea & Vomiting. *Iron deficiency anaemia.

Color blindness or poor color visionPeople affected by poor color vision may not be able to distinguish: *Different shades of red and green. *Different shades of blue and yellow. *Any colors.

Coma*Closed eyes. *Depressed brainstem reflexes, such as pupils not responding to light. *No responses of limbs, except for reflex movements. *No response to painful stimuli, except for reflex movements. *Irregular breathing Common cold in a baby*A congested or runny nose. *Nasal discharge that may be clear at first but then usually becomes thicker and turns shades of yellow or green. *A low-grade fever of about 100.4 F (38 C). *Sneezing. *Coughing. *Decreased appetite. *Irritability. *Difficulty sleeping. *Trouble nursing or taking a bottle due to nasal congestion.

Common wartsusually occur on your fingers or hands and may be: *Small, fleshy, grainy bumps. *Flesh-colored, white, pink or tan. *Rough to the touch. *Sprinkled with black pinpoints, which are small, clotted blood vessels.

Complex regional pain syndrome*Continuous burning or throbbing pain, usually in your arm, leg, hand or foot. *Sensitivity to touch or cold. *Swelling of the painful area. *Changes in skin temperature — at times your skin may be sweaty; at other times it may be cold. *Changes in skin color, which can range from white and mottled to red or blue. *Changes in skin texture, which may become tender, thin or shiny in the affected area. *Changes in hair and nail growth. *Joint stiffness, swelling and damage.

*Muscle spasms, weakness and loss (atrophy). *Decreased ability to move the affected body part.

Complicated bereavement or complicated grief*Intense sorrow and pain at the thought of your loved one. *Focus on little else but your loved one's death. *Extreme focus on reminders of the loved one or excessive avoidance of reminders. *Intense and persistent longing or pining for the deceased. *Problems accepting the death. *Numbness or detachment. *Bitterness about your loss. *Feeling that life holds no meaning or purpose. *Irritability or agitation. *Lack of trust in others. *Inability to enjoy life or think back on positive experiences with your loved one.

Compulsive gambling or Gambling disorder*Gaining a thrill from taking big gambling risks. *Taking increasingly bigger gambling risks. *Preoccupation with gambling. *Reliving past gambling experiences. *Gambling as a way to escape problems or feelings of helplessness, guilt or depression. *Taking time from work or family life to gamble. *Concealing or lying about gambling. *Feeling guilt or remorse after gambling. *Borrowing money or stealing to gamble. *Failed efforts to cut back on gambling.

Compulsive hoarding disorder or Hoarding disorder*Persistent inability to part with any possession, regardless of its value. *Excessive attachment to possessions, including discomfort letting others touch or borrow them or distress at the idea of letting an item go. *Cluttered living spaces, making areas of the home unusable for the intended purpose, such as not being able to cook in the kitchen or use the bathroom to bathe. *Keeping stacks of newspapers, magazines or junk mail. *Letting food or trash build up to unusually excessive, unsanitary levels. *Acquiring unneeded or seemingly useless items, such as trash or napkins from a restaurant. *Difficulty managing daily activities because of procrastination and trouble making decisions. *Moving items from one pile to another, without discarding anything. *Difficulty organizing items, sometimes losing important items in the clutter. *Shame or embarrassment. *Limited or no social interactions.

Compulsive sexual behavior*Your sexual impulses are intense and feel as if they're beyond your control. *Even though you feel driven to do certain sexual behaviors, you may or may not find the activity a source of pleasure or satisfaction.

*You use compulsive sexual behavior as an escape from other problems, such as loneliness, depression, anxiety or stress. *You continue to engage in sexual behaviors that have serious consequences, such as the potential for getting or giving someone else a sexually transmitted infection, the loss of important relationships, trouble at work, or legal problems. *You have trouble establishing and maintaining emotional closeness, even if you're married or in a committed relationship.

Compulsive stealing or Kleptomania*Inability to resist powerful urges to steal items that you don't need. *Feeling increased tension, anxiety or arousal leading up to the theft. *Feeling pleasure, relief or gratification while stealing. *Feeling terrible guilt, remorse, self-loathing, shame or fear of arrest after the theft. *Return of the urges and a repetition of the kleptomania cycle.

Concussion*Headache or a feeling of pressure in the head. *Temporary loss of consciousness. *Confusion or feeling as if in a fog. *Amnesia surrounding the traumatic event. *Dizziness or "seeing stars". *Ringing in the ears. *Nausea. *Vomiting. *Slurred speech. *Delayed response to questions. *Appearing dazed. *Fatigue. *Concentration and memory complaints. *Irritability and other personality changes. *Sensitivity to light and noise. *Sleep disturbances. *Psychological adjustment problems and depression. *Disorders of taste and smell.

Condylomata acuminata or genital warts*Small, flesh-colored or gray swellings in your genital area. *Several warts close together that take on a cauliflower shape. *Itching or discomfort in your genital area. *Bleeding with intercourse.

Congenital adrenal hyperplasiaClassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia: *Ambiguous genitalia in girls. *Enlarged penis in boys. *Poor weight gain. *Weight loss.

*Dehydration. *Vomiting. *Very early puberty. *Rapid growth during childhood, but shorter than average final height. *Irregular menstrual cycles in women. *Infertility in women and men.

Nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia: *Irregular or absent menstrual periods. *Masculine characteristics such as facial hair, excessive body hair and a deepening voice. *Infertility. *Early puberty. *Rapid growth during childhood, but shorter than average final height. *Severe acne. *Low bone density. *Obesity.

Congenital heart defects in childrenSerious congenital heart defects: *Pale gray or blue skin color (cyanosis). *Rapid breathing. *Flared nostrils. *Grunting when breathing. *Swelling in the legs, abdomen or areas around the eyes. *Shortness of breath during feedings, leading to poor weight gain.

Less serious congenital heart defects: *Easily becoming short of breath during exercise or activity. *Easily tiring during exercise or activity. *Swelling in the hands, ankles or feet.

Congenital heart disease in adults*Abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias). *A bluish tint to the skin (cyanosis). *Shortness of breath. *Tiring quickly upon exertion. *Dizziness or fainting. *Swelling of body tissue or organs (edema).

Congenital megacolon or Hirschsprung's diseasesymptoms in newborns may include: *Swollen belly. *Vomiting, including vomiting a green or brown substance. *Constipation or gas, which might make a newborn fussy. *Diarrhea.

In older children, symptoms include: *Swollen belly. *Chronic constipation.

*Gas. *Failure to gain weight. *Fatigue.

Congenital myasthenic syndrome- *muscle weakness.

Congenital myopathies*feeding and breathing difficulties. *Curvature of the spine (scoliosis). *Weak bones (osteopenia) or hip problems.

Congestive heart failure or Heart failure*Shortness of breath (dyspnea) when you exert yourself or when you lie down. *Fatigue and weakness. *Swelling (edema) in your legs, ankles and feet. *Rapid or irregular heartbeat. *Reduced ability to exercise. *Persistent cough or wheezing with white or pink blood-tinged phlegm. *Increased need to urinate at night. *Swelling of your abdomen (ascites). *Sudden weight gain from fluid retention. *Lack of appetite and nausea. *Difficulty concentrating or decreased alertness. *Sudden, severe shortness of breath and coughing up pink, foamy mucus. *Chest pain if your heart failure is caused by a heart attack.

Conjunctivitis or pink eye*Redness in one or both eyes. *Itchiness in one or both eyes. *A gritty feeling in one or both eyes. *A discharge in one or both eyes that forms a crust during the night that may prevent your eye or eyes from opening in the morning. *Tearing.

Conn's syndrome or primary aldosteronism*Moderate to severe high blood pressure. *High blood pressure that takes several medications to control (resistant hypertension). *High blood pressure along with a low potassium level (hypokalemia).

Constipation in children*Less than three bowel movements a week. *Bowel movements that are hard, dry and difficult to pass. *Pain while having a bowel movement. *Abdominal pain. *Nausea. *Traces of liquid or clay-like stool in your child's underwear — a sign that stool is backed up in the rectum. *Blood on the surface of hard stool.

Contact dermatitis*Red rash or bumps.

*Itching, which may be severe. *Dry, cracked, scaly skin, if your condition is chronic. *Blisters, draining fluid and crusting, if your reaction is severe. *Swelling, burning or tenderness.

Convergence insufficiency*Eyestrain. *Headaches. *Difficulty reading — words blur or seem to move on the page. *Double vision. *Difficulty concentrating. *Squinting or closing one eye.

Conversion disorder symptoms or functional neurological symptom disorder*Weakness or paralysis. *Abnormal movement, such as tremors or difficulty walking. *Loss of balance. *Difficulty swallowing or "a lump in the throat". *Seizures or convulsions. *Episode of unresponsiveness.

Signs and symptoms that affect the senses may include: *Numbness or loss of the touch sensation. *Speech problems, such as inability to speak or slurred speech. *Vision problems, such as double vision or blindness. *Hearing problems or deafness.

Cooley's anaemia or Thalassemia*Fatigue. *Weakness. *Pale appearance. *Yellow discoloration of skin (jaundice). *Facial bone deformities. *Slow growth. *Abdominal swelling. *Dark urine.

Coronary artery disease*Chest pain(angina). *Shortness of breath. *Heart attack.

Corticobasal degeneration*poor coordination, stiffness, tremor, thinking (cognitive) difficulties, speech difficulty.

Costochondritis or chest wall pain, costosternal syndrome or costosternal chondrodynia*Occurs on the left side of your breastbone. *Is sharp, aching or pressure-like. *Affects more than one rib. *Worsens when you take a deep breath or cough.

Cough headaches*Begin suddenly with and just after coughing or other types of straining. *Typically last a few seconds to a few minutes — some can last up to two hours. *Cause sharp, stabbing or splitting pain. *Usually affect both sides of your head and may be worse in the back of your head. *May be followed by a dull, aching pain for hours.

Coxsackievirus infection or Hand-foot-and-mouth disease*Fever. *Sore throat. *Feeling of being unwell (malaise). *Painful, red, blister-like lesions on the tongue, gums and inside of the cheeks. *A red rash, without itching but sometimes with blistering, on the palms, soles and sometimes the buttocks. *Irritability in infants and toddlers. *Loss of appetite.

Crabs or Pubic liceIntense itching in genital region, Legs,Chest,Armpits,Beard or mustache ,eyelashes or eyebrows, more commonly in children.

Cradle cap or Infantile seborrheic dermatitis*Patchy scaling or thick crusts on the scalp. *Greasy skin covered with flaky white or yellow scales. *Skin flakes. *Possibly mild redness.

Cranial arteritis or Giant cell arteritis*Persistent, severe head pain and tenderness, usually in your temple area. *Vision loss or double vision. *Scalp tenderness — it may hurt to comb your hair or even to lay your head on a pillow, especially where the arteries are inflamed. *Jaw pain (jaw claudication) when you chew or open your mouth wide. *Sudden, permanent loss of vision in one eye. *Fever. *Unexplained weight loss.

Craniosynostosis*A misshapen skull, with the shape depending on which of the cranial sutures are affected. *An abnormal feeling or disappearing "soft spot" (fontanel) on your baby's skull. *Slow or no growth of the head as your baby grows. *Development of a raised, hard ridge along affected sutures. *Increased pressure within the skull (intracranial pressure).

Crohn's disease or Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)*Diarrhea. *Fever and fatigue. *Abdominal pain and cramping. *Blood in stools.

*Mouth sores. *Reduced appetite & weight loss. *Perianal disease. *Inflammation of skin, eyes and joints. *Inflammation of the liver or bile ducts. *Delayed growth or sexual development, in children.

Croup*cough. *Inflammation around the vocal cords (larynx), windpipe (trachea) and bronchial tubes (bronchi). *When a cough forces air through this narrowed passage, the swollen vocal cords produce a noise similar to a seal barking. *Likewise, taking a breath often produces a high-pitched whistling sound (stridor). *Fever. *Hoarse voice.

Cryptosporodiosis or cryptosporidium infection*Watery diarrhea. *Dehydration. *Lack of appetite. *Weight loss. *Stomach cramps or pain. *Fever. *Nausea. *Vomiting.

Curvature of the penisor Peyronie's disease*Scar tissue. *A significant bend to the penis. *Erection problems. *Shortening of the penis. *Penile pain.

Cushing syndrome*Progressive obesity and skin changes, such as: *Weight gain and fatty tissue deposits, particularly around the midsection and upper back, in the face (moon face), and between the shoulders (buffalo hump). *Pink or purple stretch marks (striae) on the skin of the abdomen, thighs, breasts and arms. *Thinning, fragile skin that bruises easily. *Slow healing of cuts, insect bites and infections. *Acne. *Thicker or more visible body and facial hair (hirsutism),Irregular or absent menstrual periods in women. *Decreased libido,Decreased fertility,Erectile dysfunction in men. *Fatigue. *Muscle weakness. *Depression, anxiety and irritability.

*Loss of emotional control. *Cognitive difficulties. *New or worsened high blood pressure. *Glucose intolerance that may lead to diabetes. *Headache. *Bone loss, leading to fractures over time.

Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma*Skin rash. *skin redness. *skin tumors.

Cyclic vomiting syndrome*Severe vomiting that occurs several times per hour and lasts less than one week. *Three or more separate episodes of vomiting with no apparent cause in the past year.

During vomiting symptoms experienced: *Abdominal pain. *Diarrhea. *Fever. *Dizziness. *Sensitivity to light.

Cyclospora infection*Frequent, watery diarrhea. *Bouts of diarrhea alternating with bouts of constipation. *Loss of appetite and weight loss. *Bloating, flatulence and burping. *Stomach cramps. *Nausea and vomiting. *Muscle aches. *Fever. *Fatigue — this symptom may last long after the active infection has gotten better. *General feeling of unwellness (malaise).

Cyclothymia or cyclothymic disorderHypomanic symptoms: *An exaggerated feeling of happiness or well-being (euphoria). *Extreme optimism. *Inflated self-esteem. *Talking more than usual. *Poor judgment that can result in risky behavior or unwise choices. *Racing thoughts. *Irritable or agitated behavior. *Excessive physical activity. *Increased drive to perform or achieve goals (sexual, work related or social). *Decreased need for sleep. *Tendency to be easily distracted.

*Inability to concentrate.

Depressive symptoms: *Feeling sad, hopeless or empty. *Tearfulness. *Irritability, especially in children and teenagers. *Loss of interest in activities once considered enjoyable. *Changes in weight. *Feelings of worthlessness or guilt. *Sleep problems. *Restlessness. *Fatigue or feeling slowed down. *Problems concentrating. *Thinking of death or suicide.

Cystic fibrosisRespiratory signs and symptoms: *A persistent cough that produces thick spit (sputum) and mucus. *Wheezing. *Breathlessness. *A decreased ability to exercise Repeated lung infections. *Inflamed nasal passages or a stuffy nose.

Digestive signs and symptoms: *Foul-smelling, greasy stools. *Poor weight gain and growth. *Intestinal blockage, particularly in newborns (meconium ileus). *Severe constipation.

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infectionSymptoms in babies: *Yellow skin and eyes (jaundice). *Purple skin splotches or a rash or both. *Small size at birth (or low birth weight). *Enlarged spleen. *Enlarged and poorly functioning liver. *Pneumonia. *Seizures.

Symptoms in people with compromised immunity: *Fever. *Pneumonia. *Diarrhea. *Ulcers in the digestive tract, possible causing bleeding. *Hepatitis. *Inflammation of the brain (encephalitis). *Behavioral changes.

*Seizures. *Coma. *Visual impairment and blindness.

Dandruff*White, oily looking flakes of dead skin that dot your hair and shoulders, and a possibly itchy, scaly scalp.

Daytime sleepiness or Narcolepsy*Excessive daytime sleepiness. *Sudden loss of muscle tone(Cataplexy). *Sleep paralysis. *Hallucinations.

Ductal carcinoma in situ(DCIS)*A breast lump. *Bloody nipple discharge.

De Quervain's tenosynovitis*Pain near the base of your thumb. *Swelling near the base of your thumb. *Difficulty moving your thumb and wrist when you're doing something that involves grasping or pinching. *A "sticking" or "stop-and-go" sensation in your thumb when moving it.

Decreased tear production or Dry eyes*A stinging, burning or scratchy sensation in your eyes. *Stringy mucus in or around your eyes. *Increased eye irritation from smoke or wind. *Eye fatigue. *Sensitivity to light. *Eye redness. *A sensation of having something in your eyes. *Difficulty wearing contact lenses. *Periods of excessive tearing. *Blurred vision, often worsening at the end of the day or after focusing for a prolonged period.

Deep vein thrombosis(DVT)*Swelling in the affected leg. Rarely, there may be swelling in both legs. *Pain in your leg. The pain often starts in your calf and can feel like cramping or a soreness.

Deer-fly fever or TularemiaUlceroglandular tularemia: *A skin ulcer that forms at the site of infection — usually an insect or animal bite. *Swollen and painful lymph glands. *Fever. *Chills. *Headache.

*Exhaustion.

Glandular tularemia: *Swollen and painful lymph glands. *Fever. *Chills. *Headache. *Exhaustion.

Oculoglandular tularemia: *Eye pain. *Eye redness. *Eye swelling and discharge. *An ulcer on the inside of the eyelid.

Oropharyngeal tularemia: *Fever. *Sore throat (pharyngitis). *Mouth ulcers. *Vomiting. *Diarrhea.

Pneumonic tularemia: *Cough. *Chest pain. *Difficulty breathing. *Other forms of tularemia also can spread to the lungs.

Typhoidal tularemia: *High fever. *Extreme exhaustion. *Vomiting and diarrhea. *Enlarged spleen (splenomegaly). *Enlarged liver (hepatomegaly). *Pneumonia.

Degenerative disk disease or herniated disk*Arm or leg pain. *Numbness or tingling. *Weakness.

DehydrationMild to moderate dehydration: *Dry, sticky mouth. *Sleepiness or tiredness — children are likely to be less active than usual. *Thirst. *Decreased urine output. *No wet diapers for three hours for infants. *Few or no tears when crying. *Dry skin.

*Headache. *Constipation. *Dizziness or lightheadedness.

Severe dehydration: *Extreme thirst. *Extreme fussiness or sleepiness in infants and children; irritability and confusion in adults. *Very dry mouth, skin and mucous membranes. *Little or no urination — any urine that is produced will be darker than normal. *Sunken eyes. *Shriveled and dry skin that lacks elasticity and doesn't "bounce back" when pinched into a fold In infants, sunken fontanels — the soft spots on the top of a baby's head. *Low blood pressure. *Rapid heartbeat. *Rapid breathing. *No tears when crying. *Fever. *In the most serious cases, delirium or unconsciousness.

Delayed gastric emptying or gastroparesis*Vomiting. *Nausea. *A feeling of fullness after. eating just a few bites. *Abdominal bloating. *Abdominal pain. *Changes in blood sugar levels. *Lack of appetite. *Weight loss and malnutrition.

Delayed sleep phase syndrome- *Sleep pattern is delayed two hours or more from a normal sleep pattern.

DeliriumReduced awareness of the environment: *An inability to stay focused on a topic or to change topics. *Wandering attention. *Getting stuck on an idea rather than responding to questions or conversation. *Being easily distracted by unimportant things. *Being withdrawn, with little or no activity or little response to the environment.

Poor thinking skills (cognitive impairment): *Poor memory, particularly of recent events. *Disorientation, or not knowing where one is, who one is or what time of day it is. *Difficulty speaking or recalling words. *Rambling or nonsense speech. *Difficulty understanding speech. *Difficulty reading or writing.

Behavior changes:

*Seeing things that don't exist (hallucinations). *Restlessness, agitation, irritability or combative behavior. *Disturbed sleep habits. *Extreme emotions, such as fear, anxiety, anger or depression.

DementiaCognitive changes: *Memory loss. *Difficulty communicating or finding words. *Difficulty with complex tasks. *Difficulty with planning and organizing. *Difficulty with coordination and motor functions. *Problems with disorientation, such as getting lost.

Psychological changes: *Personality changes. *Inability to reason. *Inappropriate behavior. *Paranoia. *Agitation. *Hallucinations.

Dengue fever or Dengue haemorrhagic fever*Fever, as high as 106 F (41 C). *Headaches. *Muscle, bone and joint pain. *Pain behind your eyes. *Widespread rash. *Nausea and vomiting. *Rarely, minor bleeding from your gums or nose.

Depersonalization disorder or dissociative disorders*Memory loss (amnesia) of certain time periods, events and people. *Mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts and attempts. *A sense of being detached from yourself. *A perception of the people and things around you as distorted and unreal. *A blurred sense of identity. *Significant stress or problems in your relationships, work or other important areas of your life.

Depersonalization-Derealization disorderDepersonalization symptoms: *Feelings that you're an outside observer of your thoughts, feelings, your body or parts of your body, perhaps as if you were floating in air above yourself. *Feeling like a robot or that you're not in control of your speech or movements. *The sense that your body, legs or arms appear distorted, enlarged or shrunken, or that your head is wrapped in cotton. *Emotional or physical numbness of your senses or responses to the world around you. *A sense that your memories lack emotion, and that they may or may not be your own

memories.

Derealization symptoms; *Feelings of being alienated from or unfamiliar with your surroundings, perhaps like you're living in a movie. *Feeling emotionally disconnected from people you care about, as if you were separated by a glass wall. *Surroundings that appear distorted, blurry, colorless, two-dimensional or artificial, or a heightened awareness and clarity of your surroundings. *Distortions in perception of time, such as recent events feeling like distant past. *Distortions of distance and the size and shape of objects.

Depression*Feelings of sadness, emptiness or unhappiness. *Angry outbursts, irritability or frustration, even over small matters. *Loss of interest or pleasure in normal activities, such as sex Sleep disturbances, including insomnia or sleeping too much. *Tiredness and lack of energy, so that even small tasks take extra effort. *Changes in appetite — often reduced appetite and weight loss, but increased cravings for food and weight gain in some people. *Anxiety, agitation or restlessness — for example, excessive worrying, pacing, hand-wringing or an inability to sit still. *Slowed thinking, speaking or body movements. *Feelings of worthlessness or guilt, fixating on past failures or blaming yourself for things that are not your responsibility. *Trouble thinking, concentrating, making decisions and remembering things. *Frequent thoughts of death, suicidal thoughts, suicide attempts or suicide. *Unexplained physical problems, such as back pain or headaches.

Dermatographia or skin writing*Raised red lines. *Swelling. *Inflammation. *Hive-like welts. *Itching.

Dermatomyositis*Skin changes. A violet-colored or dusky red rash develops, most commonly on your face and eyelids and on areas around your nails, knuckles, elbows, knees, chest and back. *Muscle weakness. Progressive muscle weakness involves the muscles closest to the trunk, such as those in your hips, thighs, shoulders, upper arms and neck. The weakness affects both the left and right sides of your body.

Detached retina or Retinal detachment*The sudden appearance of many floaters — small bits of debris in your field of vision that look like spots, hairs or strings and seem to float before your eyes. *Sudden flashes of light in the affected eye. *A shadow or curtain over a portion of your visual field that develops as the detachment

progresses.

Deviated septum*Obstruction of one or both nostrils. *Nosebleeds. *Facial pain. *Noisy breathing during sleep. *Awareness of the nasal cycle. *Preference for sleeping on a particular side.

Diabetes mellitus*type 1 and type 2 diabetes: *Increased thirst. *Frequent urination. *Extreme hunger. *Unexplained weight loss. *Presence of ketones in the urine (ketones are a byproduct of the breakdown of muscle and fat that happens when there's not enough available insulin). *Fatigue. *Irritability. *Blurred vision. *Slow-healing sores. *Frequent infections, such as gums or skin infections and vaginal infections.

Diabetes insipidus*Extreme thirst. *Excretion of an excessive amount of diluted urine.

Infants and young children who have diabetes insipidus may have symptoms: *Unexplained fussiness or inconsolable crying. *Unusually wet diapers. *Fever, vomiting or diarrhea. *Dry skin with cool extremities. *Delayed growth. *Weight loss.

Diabetic coma*usually experience signs and symptoms of high blood sugar or low blood sugar.

Diabetic hyperosmolar syndrome*Blood sugar level of 600 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) or 33.3 millimoles per liter (mmol/L) or higher. *Excessive thirst. *Dry mouth. *Increased urination. *Warm, dry skin. *Fever. *Drowsiness, confusion. *Hallucinations.

*Vision loss. *Convulsions. *Coma.

Diabetic hypoglycemia*Shakiness. *Dizziness. *Sweating. *Hunger. *Irritability or moodiness. *Anxiety or nervousness. *Headache.

Nighttime symptoms: *Damp sheets or bedclothes due to perspiration. *Nightmares. *Tiredness, irritability or confusion upon waking.

Severe symptoms: *Clumsiness or jerky movements *Muscle weakness. *Difficulty speaking or slurred speech. *Blurry or double vision. *Drowsiness. *Confusion. *Convulsions or seizures. *Unconsciousness. *Death.

Diabetic ketoacidosis*Excessive thirst. *Frequent urination. *Nausea and vomiting. *Abdominal pain. *Weakness or fatigue. *Shortness of breath. *Fruity-scented breath. *Confusion. *High blood sugar level (hyperglycemia). *High ketone levels in your urine.

Diabetic neuropathyPeripheral neuropathy: *Numbness or reduced ability to feel pain or temperature changes. *A tingling or burning sensation. *Sharp pains or cramps. *Increased sensitivity to touch — for some people, even the weight of a bed sheet can be agonizing.

*Muscle weakness. *Loss of reflexes, especially in the ankle. *Loss of balance and coordination Serious foot problems, such as ulcers, infections, deformities, and bone and joint pain.

Autonomic neuropathy: *A lack of awareness that blood sugar levels are low (hypoglycemia unawareness). *Bladder problems, including urinary tract infections or urinary retention or incontinence. *Constipation, uncontrolled diarrhea or a combination of the two. *Slow stomach emptying (gastroparesis), leading to nausea, vomiting, bloating and loss of appetite. *Difficulty swallowing. *Erectile dysfunction in men. *Vaginal dryness and other sexual difficulties in women. *Increased or decreased sweating. *Inability of your body to adjust blood pressure and heart rate, leading to sharp drops in blood pressure after sitting or standing that may cause you to faint or feel lightheaded. *Problems regulating your body temperature. *Changes in the way your eyes adjust from light to dark. *Increased heart rate when you're at rest.

Radiculoplexus neuropathy diabetic amyotrophy or femoral neuropathy or proximal neuropathy: *Sudden, severe pain in your hip and thigh or buttock. *Eventual weak and atrophied thigh muscles. *Difficulty rising from a sitting position. *Abdominal swelling, if the abdomen is affected. *Weight loss.

Mononeuropathy or focal neuropathy: *Difficulty focusing your eyes, double vision or aching behind one eye. *Paralysis on one side of your face (Bell's palsy). *Pain in your shin or foot. *Pain in your lower back or pelvis. *Pain in the front of your thigh. *Pain in your chest or abdomen.

Diabetic retinopathy*Spots or dark strings floating in your vision (floaters). *Blurred vision. *Fluctuating vision. *Impaired color vision. *Dark or empty areas in your vision. *Vision loss.

Diaper rash*Skin signs. Diaper rash is marked by red, tender-looking skin in the diaper region — buttocks, thighs and genitals. *Changes in your baby's disposition.

Diaphragmatic hernia or hiatal hernias*Heartburn. *Belching. *Difficulty swallowing. *Chest or abdominal pain. *Feeling especially full after meals. *Vomiting blood or passing black stools, which may indicate gastrointestinal bleeding.

Diarrhea*Frequent, loose, watery stools. *Abdominal cramps. *Abdominal pain. *Fever. *Blood in the stool. *Bloating.

Diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH) or Forestier's disease* Stiffness in the morning. *Pain in back or in other affected areas, such as shoulder, elbow, knee or heel. *Loss of range of motion. *Difficulty swallowing or a hoarse voice.

DiGeorge syndrome or 22q11.2 deletion syndrome*Bluish skin due to poor circulation of oxygen-rich blood (cyanosis) as a result of a heart defect. *Breathing problems. *Twitching or spasms around the mouth, hands, arms or throat. *Frequent infections. *Certain facial features, such as an underdeveloped chin, low-set ears, wide-set eyes or a narrow groove in the upper lip. *A gap in the roof of the mouth (cleft palate) or other problems with the palate. *Delayed growth. *Difficulty feeding and gastrointestinal problems. *Failure to gain weight. *Poor muscle tone. *Delayed development, such as delays in rolling over, sitting up or other infant milestones. *Delayed speech development. *Learning delays or difficulties and behavior problems.

Dilated cardiomyopathy*Fatigue. *Shortness of breath (dyspnea) when you're active or lying down. *Reduced ability to exercise. *Swelling (edema) in your legs, ankles and feet. *Swelling of your abdomen (ascites).

Diphtheria*A thick, gray membrane covering your throat and tonsils.

*A sore throat and hoarseness. *Swollen glands (enlarged lymph nodes) in your neck. *Difficulty breathing or rapid breathing. *Nasal discharge. *Fever and chills. *Malaise.

Dislocated elbow*Extreme pain. *Obvious distortion of the joint.

Dislocated shoulder*A visibly deformed or out-of-place shoulder. *Swelling or bruising. *Intense pain. *Inability to move the joint.

Dislocated joint*Visibly deformed or out of place. *Swollen or discolored. *Intensely painful. *Immovable.

Diverticulitis*Pain, which may be constant and persist for several days. Pain is usually felt in the lower left side of the abdomen, but may occur on the right, especially in people of Asian descent. *Nausea and vomiting. *Fever. *Abdominal tenderness. *Constipation or, less commonly, diarrhea.

Dizziness*The false sense of motion or spinning (vertigo). *Lightheadedness or the feeling of near fainting. *Loss of balance or unsteadiness (disequilibrium). *Other sensations such as floating, swimming or heavy-headedness.

Double uterus*Unusual pressure or cramping pain before or during a menstrual period. *Abnormal bleeding during a period, such as blood flow despite the use of a tampon.

Down syndrome*Flattened facial features. *Small head. *Short neck. *Protruding tongue. *Upward slanting eyes, unusual for the child's ethnic group. *Unusually shaped or small ears Poor muscle tone. *Broad, short hands with a single crease in the palm.

*Relatively short fingers and small hands and feet. *Excessive flexibility. *Tiny white spots on the colored part (iris) of the eye called Brushfield spots. *Short height.

Dressler's syndrome or postpericardiotomy or post-myocardial infarction syndrome or post-cardiac injury syndrome*Chest pain. *Fever.

Drop foot or foot drop*difficult to lift the front part of your foot. *skin on the top of your foot and toes may feel numb.

Drug addiction or substance use disorder*Feeling that you have to use the drug regularly — this can be daily or even several times a day. *Having intense urges for the drug. *Over time, needing more of the drug to get the same effect. *Making certain that you maintain a supply of the drug. *Spending money on the drug, even though you can't afford it. *Not meeting obligations and work responsibilities, or cutting back on social or recreational activities because of drug use. *Doing things to get the drug that you normally wouldn't do, such as stealing. *Driving or doing other risky activities when you're under the influence of the drug. *Focusing more and more time and energy on getting and using the drug. *Failing in your attempts to stop using the drug. *Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when you attempt to stop taking the drug.

Drug allergy*Skin rash. *Hives. *Itching. *Fever. *Swelling. *Shortness of breath. *Wheezing. *Runny nose. *Itchy, watery eyes.

Dry eyes*A stinging, burning or scratchy sensation in your eyes. *Stringy mucus in or around your eyes. *Increased eye irritation from smoke or wind. *Eye fatigue. *Sensitivity to light. *Eye redness. *A sensation of having something in your eyes. *Difficulty wearing contact lenses.

*Periods of excessive tearing. *Blurred vision, often worsening at the end of the day or after focusing for a prolonged period.

Dry mouth or xerostomia*Dryness in your mouth or throat. *Saliva that seems thick and stringy. *Bad breath. *Difficulty chewing, speaking and swallowing. *A changed sense of taste. *Problems wearing dentures. *More frequent tooth decay. *Gum irritation and gum disease.

Dry skin*A feeling of skin tightness, especially after showering, bathing or swimming. *Skin that feels and looks rough. *Itching (pruritus). *Slight to severe flaking, scaling or peeling. *Fine lines or cracks. *Gray, ashy skin in people with dark skin. *Redness. *Deep cracks that may bleed.

Dumping syndrome*Nausea. *Vomiting. *Abdominal cramps. *Diarrhea. *Flushing. *Dizziness, lightheadedness. *Rapid heart rate.

Duodenal ulcer or Esophageal ulcer or Peptic ulcerThe pain typically may: *Be felt anywhere from your navel up to your breastbone. *Be worse when your stomach is empty. *Flare at night. *Often be temporarily relieved by eating certain foods that buffer stomach acid or by taking an acid-reducing medication. *Disappear and then return for a few days or weeks.

Other symptoms: *The vomiting of blood — which may appear red or black. *Dark blood in stools or stools that are black or tarry. *Nausea or vomiting. *Unexplained weight loss. *Appetite changes.

Dupuytren's contracture- *thickening of the skin on the palm of your hand.

*As it progresses, the skin on the palm of your hand may appear puckered or dimpled. *A firm lump of tissue may form on your palm. This lump may be sensitive to the touch but usually isn't painful. *In later stages cords of tissue form under the skin on your palm and may extend up to your fingers. As these cords tighten, your fingers may be pulled toward your palm, sometimes severely. *The ring finger and pinky are most commonly affected, though the middle finger also may be involved.

DwarfismDisproportionate dwarfism: *An average-size trunk. *Short arms and legs, with particularly short upper arms and upper legs. *Short fingers, often with a wide separation between the middle and ring fingers. *Limited mobility at the elbows. *A disproportionately large head, with a prominent forehead and a flattened bridge of the nose. *Progressive development of bowed legs. *Progressive development of swayed lower back. *An adult height around 4 feet (122 cm).

Proportionate dwarfism: *Height below the third percentile on standard pediatric growth charts. *Growth rate slower than expected for age. *Delayed or no sexual development during the teen years.

Dysarthria*Slurred speech. *Slow speech. *Inability to speak louder than a whisper or speaking too loudly. *Rapid speech that is difficult to understand *Nasal, raspy or strained voice *Uneven or abnormal speech rhythm. *Uneven speech volume *Monotone speech. *Difficulty moving your tongue or facial muscles.

Dyshidrosis or dyshidrotic eczema or pompholyx*Blisters occur most commonly on the sides of the fingers and the palms, although the soles of the feet also. *Affected Skin may be itchy & painful.

DyslexiaBefore school: *Late talking. *Learning new words slowly. *Difficulty learning nursery rhymes. *Difficulty playing rhyming games.

School age:

*Reading well below the expected level for your child's age. *Problems processing and understanding what he or she hears. *Difficulty comprehending rapid instructions. *Problems remembering the sequence of things. *Difficulty seeing (and occasionally hearing) similarities and differences in letters and words. *Inability to sound out the pronunciation of an unfamiliar word. *Difficulty spelling. *Trouble learning a foreign language.

Teen and adults: *Difficulty reading, including reading aloud. *Trouble understanding jokes or expressions that have a meaning not easily understood from the specific words (idioms), such as "piece of cake" meaning "easy". *Difficulty with time management. *Difficulty summarizing a story. *Trouble learning a foreign language. *Difficulty memorizing. *Difficulty doing math problems.

Dysmenorrhea or menstrual cramps*Throbbing or cramping pain in your lower abdomen that may be intense. *Dull, constant ache. *Pain that radiates to your lower back and thighs. *Nausea. *Loose stools. *Headache. *Dizziness.

Dyspareunia or painful intercourse*Pain only at sexual penetration (entry). *Pain with every penetration, even while putting in a tampon. *New pain after previously pain-free intercourse. *Deep pain during thrusting. *Burning pain or aching pain. *Throbbing pain, lasting hours after intercourse.

Dyspepsia or indigestion*Early fullness during a meal. *Uncomfortable fullness after a meal. *Discomfort in the upper abdomen. You feel a mild to severe pain in the area between the bottom of your breastbone (sternum) and your navel. *Burning in the upper abdomen. *uncomfortable heat or burning sensation between the bottom of the breastbone and navel. *Bloating in the upper abdomen. *uncomfortable sensation of tightness. *Nausea.

Dysphagia*Having pain while swallowing (odynophagia).

*Being unable to swallow. *Having the sensation of food getting stuck in your throat or chest or behind your breastbone (sternum). *Drooling. *Being hoarse. *Bringing food back up (regurgitation). *Having frequent heartburn. *Having food or stomach acid back up into your throat. *Unexpectedly losing weight *Coughing or gagging when swallowing. *Having to cut food into smaller pieces or avoiding certain foods because of trouble swallowing.

Dysthymia*Loss of interest in daily activities. *Sadness or feeling down. *Hopelessness. *Tiredness and lack of energy. *Low self-esteem, self-criticism or feeling incapable. *Trouble concentrating and trouble making decisions. *Irritability or excessive anger. *Decreased activity, effectiveness and productivity. *Avoidance of social activities. *Feelings of guilt and worries over the past. *Poor appetite or overeating. *Sleep problems.

Dystonia*Include involuntary muscle contractions that cause repetitive movements or distorted postures. *Begin in a single area, such as your foot, hand or neck. *May occur during a specific action, such as handwriting. *May worsen with stress, fatigue or anxiety. *May become more noticeable over time.

E. coli O157:H7 infection*Diarrhea, which may range from mild and watery to severe and bloody. *Abdominal cramping, pain or tenderness. *Nausea and vomiting, in some people.

Ear infection or acute otitis mediasymptoms common in children include: *Ear pain, especially when lying down. *Tugging or pulling at an ear. *Difficulty sleeping. *Crying more than usual. *Acting more irritable than usual. *Difficulty hearing or responding to sounds. *Loss of balance.

*Fever of 100 F (38 C) or higher. *Drainage of fluid from the ear Headache. *Loss of appetite.

Common signs and symptoms in adults include: *Ear pain. *Drainage of fluid from the ear. *Diminished hearing.

Ear infection or Swimmer's ear or acute external otitis or otitis externaMild signs and symptoms: *Itching in your ear canal. *Slight redness inside your ear. *Mild discomfort that's made worse by pulling on your outer ear (pinna, or auricle) or pushing on the little "bump" (tragus) in front of your ear. *Some drainage of clear, odorless fluid.

Moderate progression: *More intense itching. *Increasing pain. *More extensive redness in your ear. *Excessive fluid drainage. *Discharge of pus. *Feeling of fullness inside your ear and partial blockage of your ear canal by swelling, fluid and debris. *Decreased or muffled hearing.

Advanced progression: *Severe pain that may radiate to your face, neck or side of your head. *Complete blockage of your ear canal. *Redness or swelling of your outer ear. *Swelling in the lymph nodes in your neck. *Fever.

Early puberty or Precocious pubertySigns and symptoms in girls include: *Breast growth. *First period (menarche).

Signs and symptoms in boys include: *Enlarged testicles and penis. *Facial hair (usually grows first on the upper lip). *Deepening voice.

Signs and symptoms that can occur in boys or girls include: *Pubic or underarm hair. *Rapid growth. *Acne. *Adult body odor.

Ebola or Marburg virus*Fever. *Severe headache. *Joint and muscle aches. *Chills. *Weakness. *Nausea and vomiting. *Diarrhea (may be bloody). *Red eyes. *Raised rash. *Chest pain and cough. *Stomach pain. *Severe weight loss. *Bleeding, usually from the eyes, and bruising (people near death may bleed from other orifices, such as ears, nose and rectum). *Internal bleeding.

Ebstein's anomaly*Shortness of breath, especially with exertion. *Fatigue. *Heart palpitations or abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias). *A bluish discoloration of the lips and skin caused by low oxygen (cyanosis).

Ectopic heartbeat or Premature ventricular contractions(PVC's)*Flip-flops. *Fluttering. *Pounding or jumping. *Skipped beats or missed beats. *Increased awareness of your heartbeat.

Ectopic pregnancy*Light vaginal bleeding with abdominal or pelvic pain. *If blood leaks from the fallopian tube, it's also possible to feel shoulder pain or an urge to have a bowel movement depending on which nerves are irritated. *If the fallopian tube ruptures, heavy bleeding inside the abdomen is likely — followed by lightheadedness, fainting and shock.

Ectropion*Stagnant tears or dryness can irritate your eyes, causing a burning sensation and redness in your eyelids and the whites of your eyes. *The stagnant tears and dryness can also irritate the surface of the cornea, making you sensitive to light. *Excessive tearing. *Excessive dryness & eyes feel dry, gritty and sandy.

Erectile dysfunction(ED)*Trouble getting an erection. *Trouble keeping an erection.

*Reduced sexual desire.

Edema*Swelling or puffiness of the tissue directly under your skin. *Stretched or shiny skin. *Skin that retains a dimple after being pressed for several seconds. *Increased abdominal size.

Egg allergy*Skin inflammation or hives — the most common egg allergy reaction. *Nasal congestion, runny nose and sneezing (allergic rhinitis). *Digestive symptoms, such as cramps, nausea and vomiting. *Asthma signs and symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, chest tightness or shortness of breath.

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome*Overly flexible joints. *Stretchy skin. *Fragile skin. *Fatty lumps at pressure points.

Eisenmenger syndrome*Bluish or grayish skin color (cyanosis). *Large, rounded fingernails or toenails (clubbing). *Easily tiring and shortness of breath with activity. *Shortness of breath while at rest Chest pain or tightness. *Skipped or racing heartbeats (palpitations). *Fainting (syncope). *Dizziness. *Numbness or tingling in the fingers or toes. *Headaches.

Emphysema*Shortness of breath even while you're at rest.

Encephalitis*Headache. *Fever. *Aches in muscles or joints. *Fatigue or weakness. *Confusion, agitation or hallucinations. *Seizures. *Loss of sensation or paralysis in certain areas of the face or body. *Muscle weakness. *Double vision. *Perception of foul smells, such as burned meat or rotten eggs. *Problems with speech or hearing. *Loss of consciousness.

Signs and symptoms in infants and young children: *Bulging in the soft spots (fontanels) of the skull in infants. *Nausea and vomiting. *Body stiffness.

(Inconsolable crying. *Poor feeding or not waking for a feeding. *Irritability.

Encopresis or stool holding or soiling*Leakage of stool or liquid stool on your child's underwear. If the amount of leakage is large, you may misinterpret it as diarrhea. *Constipation with dry, hard stool. *Passage of large stool that clogs or almost clogs the toilet. *Avoidance of bowel movements. *Long periods of time between bowel movements, possibly as long as a week. *Lack of appetite. *Abdominal pain. *Repeated urinary tract infections.

Endocarditis*Fever and chills. *A new or changed heart murmur — heart sounds made by blood rushing through your heart. *Fatigue. *Aching joints and muscles. *Night sweats. *Shortness of breath. *Paleness. *Persistent cough. *Swelling in your feet, legs or abdomen. *Unexplained weight loss. *Blood in your urine (either visible or found in a doctor's viewing of your urine under a microscope). *Tenderness in your spleen — an infection-fighting abdominal organ on your left side, just below your rib cage. *Osler's nodes — red, tender spots under the skin of your fingers Petechiae— tiny purple or red spots on the skin, whites of your eyes or inside your mouth.

Endometrial cancer*Vaginal bleeding after menopause. *Bleeding between periods. *An abnormal, watery or blood-tinged discharge from your vagina. *Pelvic pain. *Pain during intercourse.

Endometrial polyps or uterine polyps*Irregular menstrual bleeding — for example, having frequent, unpredictable periods of variable length and heaviness.

*Bleeding between menstrual periods. *Excessively heavy menstrual periods. *Vaginal bleeding after menopause. *Infertility.

Endometriosis*Painful periods (dysmenorrhea). *Pain with intercourse. *Pain with bowel movements or urination. *Excessive bleeding. *Infertility. *fatigue, diarrhea, constipation, bloating or nausea, especially during menstrual periods.

Enlarged breasts in men or gynecomastia*Swollen breast gland tissue. *Breast tenderness.

Enlarged liver or Hepatomegaly*Abdominal pain. *Fatigue. *Nausea and vomiting. *Yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes (jaundice).

Enlarged spleen(Spleenomegaly)*No symptoms in some cases. *Pain or fullness in the left upper abdomen that may spread to the left shoulder. *Feeling full without eating or after eating only a small amount — this can occur when an enlarged spleen presses on your stomach. *Anemia. *Fatigue. *Frequent infections. *Easy bleeding.

Enlarged thyroid or Goiter*A visible swelling at the base of your neck that may be particularly obvious when you shave or put on makeup. *A tight feeling in your throat. *Coughing. *Hoarseness. *Difficulty swallowing. *Difficulty breathing.