Whether they are symptoms you can see or a visible indication of a condition that increases your likelihood of having a problem, you can use these signs to make better health decisions. Take a look at these ten visual clues:
- Legs That Are Short in Proportion to Your Upper Body
How could the length of your legs be related to your health? At least one study shows that the possibility of suffering from heart disease is higher for those who have shorter legs than those with longer.
- Waist Measures More Than Your Hips
There are a couple of reasons why this is a problem: your risk of heart disease is higher and your belly size could be an indication of type-2 diabetes.
- A Crease Running Through Your Earlobe
If you notice a crease running up and down in the center of your earlobe, talk to your doctor about your heart health.
- Bloodshot Eyes
If your red eyes are a result of too many aspirin, then they are telling you that your blood is too thin. Too much aspirin will prevent your blood from clotting and this condition can lead to some real trouble.
- A White Ring Around the Outer Edge of the Cornea
The line of white is actually cholesterol. If you see this sign, visit with your doctor about high cholesterol and how to manage it better.
- “Wood Splinters” Under Your Fingernails
You aren’t looking for real splinters here, but instead small splinter hemorrhages. These are blood clots that result from an infection in your heart.
- Skin and the Whites of the Eyes Are a Bit Yellow
Jaundiced skin could be a result of liver disease or hepatitis. If you notice that your skin or eyes are getting a yellowish tint, visit with your doctor right away. By the time you notice the visible symptom, you might have already experienced damage to your liver.
- One or More Moles Are Changing in Appearance
Your moles can be used an indication of melanoma, a common and dangerous form of skin cancer. Look for irregularity in the color of the mole and along the border, changes in the color of the mole, and moles that are not perfectly round.
- One Side of the Scrotum Is Heavier or Bigger on One Side Than the Other
This is a sign of varcocele or a varicose vein wrapped around the testicle. A quick outpatient procedure can remedy the situation.
- A Wide, Round Head
If your head is shaped this way, you might run a higher risk of sleep apnea. This happens because the airways are shorter and easier to obstruct. What can you do about it? Visit with your doctor for an accurate diagnosis.
Use these visual clues to make the right decisions concerning your health and medical care.
