Symptoms A to Z
Guides to common symptoms: what each one is, what can cause it, what you can do at home, and when to get care, matched to MySymptom's six care levels. Written from public health guidance and not yet reviewed by a clinician.
Back pain
Back pain is pain anywhere from the neck to the tailbone.
Chest pain
Chest pain is any pain, pressure, squeezing or burning between the neck and the upper belly.
Cough
A cough is the body's way of clearing the throat and airways.
Dizziness
Dizziness is feeling lightheaded, unsteady or like the room is spinning (vertigo).
Fatigue
Fatigue is tiredness or low energy that does not go away with normal rest.
Fever
A fever is a body temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher.
Headache
A headache is pain or pressure anywhere in the head, scalp or upper neck.
Insomnia
Insomnia is trouble falling asleep, staying asleep or waking too early, so you feel unrested.
Joint pain
Joint pain is pain, stiffness or swelling where two bones meet, like the knee, hip, hand or shoulder.
Nausea
Nausea is a queasy feeling in the stomach, often with the urge to vomit.
Shortness of breath
Shortness of breath is feeling like you can't get enough air.
Stomach pain
Stomach pain (belly or abdominal pain) is pain anywhere between the ribs and the hips.
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