What Does ADHD Look Like in Adults?
In a crisis? Get help now If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide or self-harm, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7). If someone is in immediate danger, call 911. Many people associate Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) with children who struggle to sit still in school. However, ADHD does not […]
Blood Sugar Levels: What Is Too High?
Medical emergency? Call 911 If someone with high or low blood sugar becomes confused, very drowsy, has a seizure or passes out, or has signs such as vomiting, fruity-smelling breath, or deep, rapid breathing, call 911 now. Do not give food or drink by mouth to someone who is not fully awake. Your blood sugar […]
High Blood Pressure Symptoms You Should Never Ignore
Medical emergency? Call 911 If your blood pressure is 180/120 or higher and you have chest pain, shortness of breath, back pain, numbness or weakness, a change in vision, or difficulty speaking, call 911 now. Sudden face drooping, arm weakness or slurred speech can mean a stroke — call 911 immediately. If a reading is […]
What Causes Shortness of Breath?
Medical emergency? Call 911 If breathing trouble comes on suddenly or is severe, or comes with chest pain, fainting, confusion, bluish or gray lips or fingertips, or you cannot speak in full sentences, call 911 now. Do not wait for a clinic appointment. Most people do not think much about breathing until it suddenly becomes […]
Chest Pain on Left Side: Causes and Warning Signs
Medical emergency? Call 911 If you have chest pain, pressure, squeezing or fullness that lasts more than a few minutes or goes away and comes back, especially with shortness of breath, a cold sweat, nausea, lightheadedness, or discomfort spreading to the arm, back, neck, jaw or stomach, call 911 now. Do not drive yourself to […]
When Is Chest Pain an Emergency?
Medical emergency? Call 911 If you have chest pain, pressure, squeezing or fullness that lasts more than a few minutes or goes away and comes back, especially with shortness of breath, a cold sweat, nausea, lightheadedness, or discomfort spreading to the arm, back, neck, jaw or stomach, call 911 now. Do not drive yourself to […]
What Causes Pain in the Lower Right Abdomen?
Medical emergency? Call 911 Sudden or worsening pain in the lower right abdomen can be appendicitis, which needs emergency care. If the pain is severe, gets worse when you move or cough, or comes with fever, vomiting, a hard or rigid belly, or occurs during pregnancy, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room […]
Why Does My Stomach Hurt After Eating?
Medical emergency? Call 911 If abdominal pain is sudden and severe, or comes with chest pain or shortness of breath, vomiting blood, black or bloody stools, a hard or rigid belly that is tender to touch, or occurs during pregnancy, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room now. Do not wait for a […]
When Should You Worry About Abdominal Pain?
Medical emergency? Call 911 If abdominal pain is sudden and severe, or comes with chest pain or shortness of breath, vomiting blood, black or bloody stools, a hard or rigid belly that is tender to touch, or occurs during pregnancy, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room now. Do not wait for a […]