Common issues (symptom-first)
If you’re thinking, “Something feels off… but I’m not sure what it is,” you’re in the right place. These pages help you describe symptoms clearly, try safe first steps, and know when to get checked.
Pain (joints, back, new aches)
Figure out what kind of pain it is, what to track, and which red flags deserve a call.
Start with pain
Sleep trouble
What’s common with age, what helps, and when to ask about apnea or medications.
Start with sleep
Blood pressure worries
How to measure correctly, what numbers mean, and questions that lead to clear answers.
Start with blood pressure
Memory concerns
What’s normal, what’s not, and how sleep, mood, and hearing fit in.
Start with memory
Urinary changes
Common patterns (leaks, urgency, nighttime trips) and how to talk about it without embarrassment.
Start with urinary changes
Dizziness & balance
Safety first, what to track, and when dizziness is more than “just getting older.”
Start with dizziness
Fatigue & low energy
A simple checklist that covers sleep, mood, anemia, thyroid, nutrition, and meds.
Start with fatigueShortness of breath or swelling
How to describe symptoms clearly, plus red flags to take seriously.
Start hereMood & anxiety
Low mood, worry, irritability, and how to ask for support (medical and social).
Start with mood
Digestive issues
Reflux, constipation, diarrhea, bloating—what to track and what to try first.
Start with digestion
Find local help
Physical therapy, audiology, senior centers, caregiver support groups—generate “near me” links.
Find helpOne tiny habit that helps almost everything
Track symptoms like you’re a calm detective. Not forever—just long enough to spot patterns.
- When: morning vs evening, after meals, after walking, after new medication
- How long: minutes vs hours vs all day
- What helps: rest, hydration, heat, movement, position changes
- What worsens: stairs, turning head, salty meals, missed sleep
Bring that to your next visit using the Doctor Visit Checklist.