10 Signs Of Serious Health Problems That You Could Easily Miss

By Muk Khatri in Health and Fitness On 1st February 2016
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#1 A change in the color of your sclera.

It should be white. Discoloration can be a sign of something mild, like insufficient sleep or a cold. But it could also signal jaundice, liver issues, high blood pressure or a viral disease.

#2 Grey hair at a young age.

How grey your hair goes and when is up to the mercy of genetics. But no matter how grey your parents are, your hair shouldn't be more than 50% grey by the time you turn 30. If it is, it could indicate diabetes.

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#3 An increase in the amount of moles you have.

Most moles are harmless, but if more are more are popping up on your skin, it could be the result of sun damage.

#4 Chronic chapped lips.

It's normal for your lips to become chapped by sun and wind, but if this is happening spontaneously it could signal something serious, like a lack of zinc of vitamin B.

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#5 A swollen neck.

Swelling in the front part of your neck might be an indicator of thyroid problems. These are especially common in women aged 20-50.

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#6 Red Palms.

Red palms can be a sign of dermatitis, eczema or an allergic reaction.

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#7 Loss of eyebrow hair.

Sudden loss of eyebrow hair can be a sign of either an overactive or under-active thyroid.

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#8 Cold Feet.

Cold feet might be an indicator of Reynald's disease, an autoimmune condition that tightens the vessels in the hands and feet, causing them to become cold and numb easily.

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#9 Red Cheeks.

Rosy cheeks are often a sign of hormonal changes, especially in women aged 30-55. Sometimes it's a sign of Rosacea, a skin condition that only affects women.

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#10 Nail changes.

Changes in your nails can be a sign of internal body changes, like inflammatory bowel disease, cardiovascular disease or liver disease.