Whipple disease
Whipple disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Category: General
Symptoms associated with Whipple disease
The following symptoms have been associated with Whipple disease in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Arthralgia
Joint pain....
Chest pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localize...
Cough
A sudden, audible expulsion of air from the lungs through a partially closed glottis, preceded by inhalation....
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Diarrhea
Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....
Erectile dysfunction
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Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Gastrointestinal hemorrhage
Hemorrhage affecting the gastrointestinal tract....
Hypotension
Low Blood Pressure, vascular hypotension....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Myalgia
Pain in muscle....
Pedal edema
An abnormal accumulation of excess fluid in the lower extremity resulting in swelling of the feet and extendin...
Pericarditis
Inflammation of the sac-like covering around the heart (pericardium)....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Tests used to investigate Whipple disease
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Whipple disease. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whipple disease?
Whipple disease is a health condition described in medical literature. Whipple disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Whipple disease?
Whipple disease is associated with 16 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal pain, Arthralgia, Chest pain, Cough, Depression, Diarrhea. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Whipple disease diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Whipple disease include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Whipple disease, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.