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*Drug history and use of [[analgesics]] may be elicited. | |||
Other symptoms may develop, including: | Other symptoms may develop, including: | ||
*Abnormally dark or light skin and changes in nails | *Abnormally dark or light skin and changes in nails | ||
*Bone pain | *Bone pain | ||
Nervous system symptoms: | Nervous system symptoms: | ||
*Drowsiness and [[confusion]] | *Drowsiness and [[confusion]] | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aarti Narayan, M.B.B.S [2]
History and symptoms
- General ill feeling and fatigue
- Generalized itching (pruritus) and dry skin
- Headaches
- Weight loss without trying
- Anorexia
- Nausea
- Drug history and use of analgesics may be elicited.
Other symptoms may develop, including:
- Abnormally dark or light skin and changes in nails
- Bone pain
Nervous system symptoms:
- Drowsiness and confusion
- Inability to concentrate
- Numbness in the hands, feet, or other areas
- Muscle twitching or cramps
- Breath odor
- Easy bruising, nosebleeds, or blood in the stool
- Excessive thirst
- Frequent hiccups
- Loss of libido and impotence
- Amenorrhea
- Sleep problems, such as insomnia, restless leg syndrome, or obstructive sleep apnea
- Edema of hands and feet
- Vomiting, especially in the morning