We all have reasons for ignoring symptoms. This is “LifeCycles” with Laurie Edwards-Tate, President, At Your Home Familycare.
But several common symptoms can indicate serious issues. Pay attention and call 9-1-1 without delay if you or a loved one experiences any of these:
- Chest pain or pressure, or shortness of breath…
- The worst headache of your life…
- Coughing up blood…
- Severe abdominal pain…
- Weakness on one side of the body…
- Sudden loss of vision or double vision…
- Loss of consciousness, even briefly…
- Sudden confusion or difficulty speaking…
- Swollen lips, tongue or throat…
- Incontinence…
- Persistent fever.
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