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Signs and Symptoms of Being Unwell
- A healthy body responds in a set way
- When unwell, it gives off signs
- Common signs are fatigue and fever
- Also pain, cough and rashes
- A doctor studies these to advise us
Example 1 — A child with fever
- feels tired and weak
- has body pain and cough
- shows the body is unwell
Example 2 — Visiting a doctor
- doctor checks signs and symptoms
- may suggest laboratory tests
- confirms the diagnosis, then treats
Important Points
- Other signs include loss of appetite, weight change and bleeding.
- Increased anxiety or loss of sleep can also be signs.
- A doctor is the best person to seek advice from.
Definition — Symptom
A symptom means a sign given off by the body, like fever or pain, that shows we are not feeling well.
Subjective Type Questions - Short Answer Q1 - Page 50 Lakhmir Singh
Question
How do you know that you are unwell?
Show answer
We know we are unwell when the body gives off signs like fatigue, fever, pain, cough or loss of appetite.
Explanation
- A healthy body responds in a certain way.
- When unwell, it shows symptoms such as rash, weight change or bleeding.
- A doctor studies these symptoms and may suggest lab tests to confirm.
