Unlike men who cause huge drama over the slightest sniffle, women tend to brush off aches, pains, fatigue and other health problems. They put them down to simple tiredness or stress and don’t seek medical advice. However, it is crucial that women pay attention to their bodies as these symptoms could be the sign of a far more serious problem. If you want to be the best mum and partner you can be, you need to be in good health. Here are 9 symptoms that every woman should never ignore. By investigating the causes of these symptoms, you could be preventing a much more serious health condition from developing.
 
Abdominal Pain
As a women who are going to suffer from the odd tummy ache, however if you are constantly battling bloating and stomach discomfort, you should investigate the cause. Sometime abdominal pain might just be painful gas, however it could be a sign of appendicitis, a stomach ulcer or gallbladder issues. If you have persistent stomach pains then visit your doctor.
 
Persistent or severe headaches
Everyone suffers from headaches after a stressful day at work or if the kids won’t stop screaming, but constant headaches could be a sign of something more serious. If you have very painful headaches that are hard to relieve, they are likely to be migraines. However, on rare occasions it is also possible that they may be a sign of a stroke, a tumour, an aneurysm or infection of the brain. If these headaches continue, speak to your doctor.
 
Chest Pain
Any chest pain at all is something that should be taken seriously. Chest pain (or angina when caused by heart disease) is not necessarily signs of a heart attach, but it could be a warning that you suffer from heart disease. If you are feeling any pressure of pain in your chest, seek immediate medical attention.
 
Heart Palpitations
Your heart may flutter at the sign of your other half, but if you are experiencing these heart palpitations when your sweetheart is nowhere around, it may be a health issue that you need taken care of. Heart palpitations can occur from too much caffeine, but they can also be caused by insufficient oxygen in the blood, hyperthyroidism, or disease of the heart valves. If you do experience heart palpitations, have your heart checked out.
 
Shortness of Breath
If you sometimes have difficulty catching your breath, this could be a symptom of cardiac problems and could be a sign of heart disease or even an on-coming heart attach. Many women might associate heart attacks as a male issue, but women can also suffer from heart disease so any symptoms that may indicate such a problem should not be ignored. If you are short of breath, especially if you are also feeling tired, dizzy or have other symptoms, organise a check-up with your doctor. If you feel nauseous or are having chest pains along with shortness of breath, seek immediate medical attention.
 
Extreme Fatigue
If you are a new mum or simply a very busy woman, you might find that you are constantly exhausted. Many mums won’t visit their doctor for this type of problem but fatigue is definitely something you should not ignore. Extreme fatigue can be a sign of more serious underlying issues, including thyroid conditions, diabetes and postnatal depression. To could even be a symptom of congestive heart failure or cancer. If you are suffering from fatigue then try and get more sleep, exercise and improve your diet. However, if this doesn’t help then schedule an appointment with your doctor.
 
Painful Sex
If sex is painful, you will probably want to fix this problem. However, many women can be embarrassed about sexual health and feel reluctant to talk to a doctor about it. There are a number of gynaecological problems that can result in painful sex. It could be because of vaginal infection, endometriosis or changes in hormones. Sex if obviously meant to be enjoyable, not painful, so if you are suffering from pain or discomfort, speak to your doctor.
 
Breast Lumps
Finding a breast lump is a frightening moment for any woman, and very few women ignore this problem. A breast lump may be a sign of cancer but could also be a cyst or benign growth. You will have to get your lump examined by a doctor as soon as possible.
 
Sleep Struggles
Most women will have the occasional sleepless night, but if this is a frequent problem then there could be a health issue to blame. Women are likely to experience problems sleeping when they enter menopause. Regular restless nights, especially when coupled with difficulty breathing at night, could be a sign of a heart attach, a weakened heart muscle, or asthma. Lack of sleep can have a serious impact on your health and your day-to-day life so if you are having trouble sleeping be sure to talk to your doctor.

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