Signs and symptoms – articles and advice
Breathing difficulties
Explore features explaining common signs and symptoms, what they might mean and when to seek help. For reference, see our Patient Information Leaflets on symptoms.
Breathing difficulties
Struggling to catch your breath? Breathing problems can have many causes. Learn when it’s an emergency and what treatments are available to help.
Chest pain
Chest pain can be worrying. Learn how to tell the difference between muscular strain and serious causes like heart or lung conditions that need urgent care.
Cough
A cough that won’t go away can be irritating—or a sign of something more serious. Learn about common causes and when to see your doctor.
Dizziness
Feeling unsteady or faint? Dizziness has many causes. Learn when it’s harmless and when it could signal a problem needing urgent care.
Fever
A raised temperature is usually a sign of infection. Learn when a fever needs home care and when it’s safer to seek medical attention.
Headache
Headaches are common but can be surprisingly complex. Discover the different types of headaches, possible causes, and the best ways to find relief.
Joint pain
Painful joints can result from injury, overuse, or arthritis. Learn what causes joint pain and which treatments or exercises can help ease symptoms.
Lumps and rashes
Lumps or unusual rashes can be alarming. Learn about common causes, what’s harmless, and when to get any changes checked by your doctor.
Other signs and symptoms
Not every symptom fits neatly into a category. Learn how doctors investigate unexplained symptoms and when you should seek advice.
- Is bloating normal and what causes it?
- Why does my stomach bloat in hot weather?
- When should you worry about pain?
- Living with tinnitus: symptoms and solutions
- Common causes of an itchy bottom
- Signs of tinnitus to look out for in children
- What does living with chronic pain really feel like?
- Common causes of shooting pain
- How to stop sweating so much
- Why some people bruise so easily
- How to manage chronic pain
- Can I treat chronic pain with CBD?
- Could new guidance change how we treat chronic pain?
- Causes of nausea
- Does tinnitus lead to hearing loss?
- When to worry about night sweats
- How to stop feeling bloated all the time
- What could be causing your pins and needles?
Swelling
Swelling in legs, arms or elsewhere can have many causes. Learn when swelling is temporary and when it might be a sign of something serious.
Tiredness
Feeling constantly tired? Learn about possible causes, from sleep issues to medical conditions, and what steps you can take to regain your energy.
Vaginal discharge
Vaginal discharge is normal, but changes can signal infection. Learn what’s normal, what’s not, and when to seek medical advice.
Weight loss and gain
Unexplained weight changes can signal underlying health issues. Learn about common causes and when to speak with your healthcare professional.