Our bodies do give us signs of ill-health but our ignorance, busy schedules and sometimes carelessness keep us from noticing or giving proper care.
This is very dangerous because that can be easily cured in its initial stage can get chronic and incurable. So it’s very important you know of signs in your body that tell of ill-health.
Here are 5 signs that mean you may not be as healthy as you think:
1. YOU’VE GOT THE CHILLS – AND THEY’RE SPREADING.
No, it’s not just your imagination and chills are not a typical response of the body. Body chills are usually indicative of a surfacing illness. Influenza (the flu), for example, features quick onset of chills along with fatigue. The common cold may also include chills paired with an irritated throat. (If you’re unsure as to whether you have one or the other, bear in mind that flu symptoms usually come on much faster.)
If you experience chills – especially if accompanied by other symptoms – make sure to drink plenty of water and get bed rest. Don’t further risk your health by heading outside or going into work!
2. YOUR STOMACH WON’T SETTLE DOWN – EVEN AFTER USING THE TOILET.
Ugh. There’s not much worse than a stomach that refuses to calm down. The cause of common symptoms like diarrhea, nausea, and abdominal pain is gastroenteritis – inflammation of the digestive tract. Another reason for tummy trouble is stomach flu which, in addition to the above symptoms, may include a low-grade fever and vomiting.
Stomach flu is highly contagious and potentially dangerous for some people. Do yourself and others a favor: drink plenty of fluids and stay home!
3. YOU’RE POURING SWEAT – AND IT’S NOT STOPPING.
If you’re profusely sweating, it’s safe to say that you aren’t in good shape to go anywhere. Chances are you’re experiencing additional symptoms besides sweating, like chills and fever. If so, you may be coming down with an infection.
If you continue to have bad sweats make sure to speak with a doctor. Additionally, if you’ve recently been prescribed medications by your physician, speak with them about it; excessive sweating may indicate a medication intolerance or side effect. Although rare, excessive sweating may signify severe medical conditions like cancer, heart disease, or lung disease.
4. YOU’RE NOT HUNGRY – FOR NO GOOD REASON.
If you’re a big eater (like this writer is), suddenly having your appetite snatched away is just, well,
weird . It turns out that there may be medical reasons for this strange symptom, including gastroenteritis and bacterial infection. Loss of appetite may also indicate the presence of an anxiety disorder or depression. Another reason may be food intolerance, though this will likely be accompanied by other symptoms.
5. YOU’RE FEELING MENTALLY DRAINED – AND LOSING INTEREST.
Loss of mental energy affects just about every aspect of life – just ask any person who suffers from depression or an anxiety disorder. Brain fog is an umbrella pseudo-medical term used to describe the presence of mental lethargy, difficulty paying attention, and a slowed response to stimuli. Brain fog can be caused by several medical conditions, including fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.
If the mental doldrums don’t go away after a few days, consider scheduling a doctor’s appointment to rule out more serious conditions. If the brain fog is accompanied by other symptoms, make sure to let your doctor know.
