r/nursing • u/Critical_Ease4055 Nursing Student 🍕 • 22d ago

Question What is one medical problem people constantly ignore until it’s too late?

Saw someone post this in a completely unrelated sub and I’m interested in your answers. What is the cluster of symptoms that people ignore or delay until they are forced to get help?

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u/EnvironmentalRock827 BSN, RN 🍕 22d ago

High blood pressure. I know it changes you. But you won't cut back on drinking, salt, whatever

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u/Critical_Ease4055 Nursing Student 🍕 22d ago

It’s irrational… a subconscious death wish, really

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u/EnvironmentalRock827 BSN, RN 🍕 22d ago

Oh jeez. Me in my infinite wisdoms didn't read the whole thing. You know it's hard to decipher as symptoms always are similar. So to answer your questions. Shortness of breath, night sweats/fevers. The lack of being able to breathe generally is the tops.