Common Diseases and Symptoms

Cellulitis

Bacterial skin infection; red, warm, swollen, painful skin, fever.

Dermatitis

Skin inflammation; redness, itching, rash, dry skin.

Eczema

Chronic inflammatory skin condition; itchy, dry, cracked skin.

Basal Cell Skin Cancer

Most common skin cancer; waxy bump or sore that won't heal.

Melanoma

Serious skin cancer; irregular mole with asymmetry, uneven border/color, enlarging size.

Sprain

Ligament injury; pain, swelling, bruising, limited joint movement.

Osteoporosis

Low bone density; weak bones and increased fracture risk.

Osteoarthritis

Degenerative joint disease; joint pain, stiffness, decreased range of motion.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Autoimmune joint disease; swollen, painful, stiff joints.

Gout

Uric acid crystal buildup in joints; sudden severe joint pain, redness, swelling.

Muscular Dystrophy

Inherited muscle disease; progressive muscle weakness and wasting.

Myasthenia Gravis

Autoimmune neuromuscular disorder; muscle weakness that worsens with activity.

Myalgia

Muscle pain or soreness; aching or tender muscles.

Repetitive Motion Injury

Overuse injury of muscles/tendons; pain, swelling, weakness.

Shin Splints

Inflammation along the shinbone; lower leg pain during exercise.

Anemia

Low red blood cells or hemoglobin; fatigue, weakness, pale skin.

Atherosclerosis

Plaque buildup in arteries; reduced blood flow, chest pain.

Chest Pain

Pain or discomfort in the chest; may indicate heart or lung disease.

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)

Heart cannot pump effectively; shortness of breath, fatigue, leg swelling.

Hemophilia

Inherited clotting disorder; prolonged bleeding, easy bruising.

Hypertension

High blood pressure; often no symptoms, may cause headaches or dizziness.

Myocardial Infarction (MI)

Heart attack caused by blocked blood flow; chest pain, sweating, nausea, shortness of breath.

Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)

Sudden loss of kidney function; decreased urine output, swelling, fatigue.

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

Progressive loss of kidney function; fatigue, swelling, high blood pressure.

Cystitis

Bladder inflammation (usually bacterial); painful urination, urgency, frequency.

Dehydration

Too little body fluid; thirst, dry mouth, dizziness, dark urine.

Renal Calculi (Kidney Stones)

Hard mineral deposits in kidneys; severe flank pain, blood in urine, nausea.

Urinary Incontinence

Loss of bladder control; involuntary urine leakage.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

Bacterial urinary infection; burning urination, urgency, frequency.

Appendicitis

Inflammation of the appendix; right lower abdominal pain, fever, nausea.

Celiac Disease

Autoimmune reaction to gluten; diarrhea, bloating, abdominal pain.

Constipation

Infrequent or difficult bowel movements; hard stools, abdominal discomfort.

Diverticulosis

Pouches in the colon; often no symptoms, may cause abdominal pain or bleeding.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Stomach acid flows into the esophagus; heartburn, acid regurgitation.

Hepatitis

Inflammation of the liver; jaundice, fatigue, abdominal pain, nausea.

Asthma

Chronic airway inflammation; wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, shortness of breath.

Bronchitis

Inflammation of the bronchi; persistent cough with mucus, wheezing.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Progressive lung disease; chronic cough, mucus production, shortness of breath.

Alzheimer Disease

Progressive brain disorder; memory loss, confusion, impaired thinking.

Headache

Pain in the head; pressure or aching, may have sensitivity to light or sound.

Migraine

Severe recurring headache; throbbing pain, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound.

Sciatica

Irritation of the sciatic nerve; lower back pain radiating down the leg.

Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA/Stroke)

Interrupted blood flow to the brain; facial droop, arm weakness, speech difficulty.

Epilepsy

Neurological disorder causing recurrent seizures; convulsions, loss of consciousness.

Cushing Syndrome

Excess cortisol; weight gain, moon face, muscle weakness, high blood pressure.

Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

Autoimmune destruction of insulin-producing cells; excessive thirst, urination, weight loss.

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Insulin resistance causing high blood sugar; excessive thirst, urination, fatigue.

Hyperthyroidism

Overactive thyroid; weight loss, rapid heartbeat, heat intolerance.

Hypothyroidism

Underactive thyroid; fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance.

Endometriosis

Growth of endometrial tissue outside the uterus; pelvic pain, painful periods, infertility.

Genital Herpes

Sexually transmitted viral infection; painful blisters or sores on the genitals.

Vaginal Yeast Infection

Fungal infection of the vagina; itching, burning, thick white discharge.

Cystocele

Bladder prolapses into the vaginal wall; pelvic pressure, urinary leakage, difficulty urinating.

Testicular Torsion

Twisting of the spermatic cord; sudden severe testicular pain, swelling, nausea.

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

Noncancerous enlargement of the prostate; frequent urination, weak urine stream, difficulty emptying the bladder.