Irritability: Causes & Reasons

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Possible Causes for Irritability

Constipation

Clinical study results in patients with Chronic Idiopathic Constipation (CIC) and Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C) are also reviewed. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

The primary objective is to assess Cisapride's role and safety as a prokinetic drug in the management of constipation and constipation predominant Irritable bowel syndrome [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Assessments of colonic transit and anorectal functions are used to categorize constipated patients into three groups, i.e., normal transit or irritable bowel syndrome, pelvic [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Insomnia

It is associated with daytime symptoms such as irritability and fatigue. The February 20, 2013, issue of JAMA includes an article about insomnia. [doi.org]

It typically causes excessive daytime sleepiness, irritability, and lack of energy. [doi.org]

Nonrestorative sleep—individuals feel that sleep is unrefreshing or of poor quality Daytime fatigue and/or sleepiness Difficulty concentrating and remembering Changes in mood—irritability [doi.org]

Hypoglycemia

An infant presented with short history of jaundice and irritability, examination showed soft hepatomegaly. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

[…] behavior lightheadedness unsteady movement inability to concentrate personality changes headache restlessness depressed mood tingling in the hands, feet, lips, or tongue irritability [glucagenhypokit.com]

You may feel suddenly overwhelmed, frustrated, angry, anxious, or irritated, or in some cases, irrational. [healthcentral.com]

Dysthymic Disorder

PDD: What to Look For A child with persistent depressive disorder appears to be irritable, moody, sad or pessimistic over a long period of time. [childmind.org]

In children, dysthymia may present as irritable mood, and a duration of symptoms of only one year is required to make the diagnosis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

[…] have met criteria for a major depressive episode during the first 2 years or have ever met criteria for a manic, mixed, or hypo manic episode.3 In children, mood may be irritable [mdedge.com]

Otitis Media

Otalgia (i.e., ear pain) is the most prevalent and important symptom of AOM Irritability In neonates, irritability, excessive crying, feeding difficulty may the only signs [medicaljoyworks.com]

OME is more common than AOM, and may be caused by viral upper respiratory infections, allergies, or exposure to irritants (such as cigarette smoke). [web.archive.org]

Irritability: Any kind of continuing pain may cause irritability in children and adults. [my.clevelandclinic.org]

Brain Concussion

irritability, tearfulness or feeling down Sensitive to light and sound Suffer from cloudy thinking If these sequelae exist then bed rest is not necessary, but it is good [braininjury-explanation.com]

Furthermore, a concussion is known for producing various neurological changes that are primarily related to behavior and cognition - emotional lability, depression, and irritability [symptoma.com]

Post-concussion syndrome can include physical, cognitive, and emotional problems, including: Headache Dizziness Difficulty concentrating or completing tasks Irritability The [concussion.weillcornell.org]

Crack Ingestion

Binge use of the drug can cause adverse effects, such as anxiety, irritability, and restlessness. [hiredpower.com]

Pay attention to signs of nosebleeds or irritated nasal passages, a common sign of snorted cocaine. [livestrong.com]

First-wave physical effects may include anxiety, elevated heart rate, and blood pressure, increased body temperature, irritability, dilated pupils, and restlessness. [hiredpower.com]

Iron Deficiency Anemia

Areca nut is considered the primary etiology along with other local irritants like capsaicin, pungent and spicy food, nutritional deficiency, defective iron metabolism, collagen [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Supplements can cause irritation of the stomach and cause stools to become black in color. [illinoiscancercare.com]

Iron supplements can cause irritation of the stomach and discoloration of bowel movements. [chop.edu]

Fibromyalgia

Sperber AD, Carmel S, Atzmon Y, et al. : The sense of coherence index and the irritable bowel syndrome: a cross-sectional comparison among irritable bowel syndrome patients [doi.org]

Associated disorders are restless leg syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, irritable bladder syndrome, cognitive dysfunction, cold intolerance, multiple sensitivities and dizziness [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

[…] with and without coexisting fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome non-patients, and controls. [doi.org]

Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome

Individuals however, tend to suffer from insomnia, fatigue and irritability for several months. [symptoma.com]

A 27-year-old man was admitted with tremulousness, diaphoresis, tachypnea (28 breaths/min), full-body rigidity, irritability, paranoia, and auditory and visual hallucinations [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Cocaine : Cocaine is one of the fastest acting drugs; the withdrawal symptoms are usually mental in nature; for instance, angry outburst, irritability, agitation, depression [withdrawal.net]

Agitated Depression

During the acute phase, the patients evidenced psychomotor agitation and irritability, often experiencing a sudden, overwhelming urge to commit suicide. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Psychiatr Clin North Am 1999;22:547-64): inner psychic tension (irritability), psychomotor agitation, and racing/crowded thoughts. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Who irritated you? - מי עצבן אותך? [open.spotify.com]

Hyperthyroidism

Typical symptoms of the condition include: Nervousness and irritability Increased resting heart rate, which causes heart palpitations Heat intolerance and increased sweating [ucsfhealth.org]

Symptoms may include nervousness, irritability, extra sweating (perspiration), and fine, brittle hair. [hopkinsmedicine.org]

[…] and irregular fingernail and hair growth Menstrual disturbance, such as decreased flow Mental disturbances Sleep disturbances, including insomnia Changes in vision, eye irritation [ucsfhealth.org]

Acute Amphetamine Intoxication

Case [ 1 ] had a characteristic sudden development of abnormal behavior, irritability and sinus tachycardia. [omicsonline.org]

Symptoms can include feeling nauseous, irritable, depressed and extremely exhausted. [betterhealth.vic.gov.au]

Nicotine Intoxication presentation restlessness, insomnia, anxiety, arrhythmias treatment no specific treatment symptomatic treatment only Withdrawal presentation irritability [medbullets.com]

Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Irritability/personality change. Nocturia. Decreased libido. [patient.info]

Ask your doctor about any sleep problem that leaves you chronically fatigued, sleepy and irritable. [mayoclinic.org]

Irritability, depression and other psychological consequences may ensue. [patient.info]

Graves Disease

ˈgrāvz- \ Definition of Graves' disease : a common form of hyperthyroidism that is an autoimmune disease characterized by goiter, rapid and irregular heartbeat, weight loss, irritability [merriam-webster.com]

Possible Signs and Symptoms of Graves’ Disease •Goiter (enlarged thyroid gland) •Bulging, itchy or swollen eyes •Difficulty breathing •Anxiety, irritability •Difficulty sleeping [academic.oup.com]

It can cause irritability, sleeplessness and absence of voluntary muscle movements. Elliot was detected with Graves’ disease in 2008. [healthresearchfunding.org]

Meningitis

An infant presented to our hospital with high fever and irritability, as well as refusal to walk. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Signs of meningeal irritation, focal neurological signs and some systemic findings are also present. [symptoma.com]

Signs are those of sepsis, CNS irritation (eg, lethargy, seizures, vomiting, irritability [particularly paradoxical irritability], nuchal rigidity, a bulging or full fontanelle [msdmanuals.com]

Bipolar Disorder

This condition is marked by irritability and sudden mood swings, and has no specific diagnostic criteria. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

A 53 year old woman developed symptoms of mania in her 50s leading to a personality change involving a continuously labile mood and irritability over a number of years. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

We examine current research on the diagnostic boundaries of BD in youths, in particular the issues of episodicity and irritability, and provide assessment guidelines. [doi.org]

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

The small, hair-like structures on the inside of the airways (called cilia) might be damaged by the irritation. [my.clevelandclinic.org]

It's caused by long-term exposure to irritating gases or particulate matter, most often from cigarette smoke. [mayoclinic.org]

Chronic bronchitis Chronic bronchitis is irritation and inflammation (swelling) of the lining in the bronchial tubes (air passages). [my.clevelandclinic.org]

Anxiety Disorder

At least 3 key symptoms out of a possible 6 are required to make a diagnosis: restlessness or nervousness, easy fatigability, poor concentration, irritability, muscle tension [bestpractice.bmj.com]

His friends have noticed that Mitchell is irritable and angry most of the time, but when they try to distract him or ask him to hang out he blows them off. [anxietybc.com]

Thus, a modified single factor model allowing the error terms of items associated with relaxing difficulties and irritability to covary was an appropriate solution. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Hydrocephalus

Manifestations can include enlarged head, bulging fontanelle, irritability, lethargy, vomiting, and seizures. [merckmanuals.com]

She returned 3 months later with irritability, acute paraplegia, and respiratory distress. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Children present with headache, vomiting, lethargy, irritability, esotropia, or paralysis of upward gaze. Seizures may occur. [merckmanuals.com]

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

Bidragets oversatte titel Posttraumatic stress disorder is correlated to irritable bowel syndrome. [research.regionh.dk]

Increased arousal such as difficulty sleeping and concentrating, feeling jumpy, and being easily irritated and angered. [adaa.org]

Neuropsychiatric assessment revealed a diagnosis of PTSD with hyperarousal (irritability and insomnia) and numbing. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Postconcussive Syndrome

The prevalence of headache, irritability, fears, sleep disorders, learning difficulties, as well as concentration and memory problems did not differ significantly between [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

The most commonly reported post concussion symptoms are headache, dizziness, decreased concentration, memory problems, irritability, fatigue, visual disturbances, sensitivity [doi.org]

[…] was a significant decrease in the prevalence of learning difficulties soon after the trauma (p=0.032), headaches before (p=0.026) and soon after the trauma (p=0.01), and irritability [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Smoke Inhalation Injury

Symptoms range from mild bronchial irritation to life-threatening hypoxia and respiratory insufficiency. [symptoma.com]

Smoke is heterogeneous and unique to each fire; it comprises particulates, respiratory irritants and systemic toxins as well as heat, all contributing to the pathological [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Upper airway thermal burns, inflammation from lower airway irritants, and systemic effects of carbon monoxide and cyanide can contribute to injury. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Mania

KEYWORDS: Adolescence; bipolar disorder; cardinal symptoms; childhood; irritability; mania [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

The DSM requires euphoria and/or irritability to be present for there to be a diagnosis of mania. [symptoma.com]

When an individual experiences a discrete period of persistent and pervasive manic (elated, irritable or euphoric) mood, this term may be applied. [web.archive.org]

Heroin Withdrawal

Irritability. [withdrawal.net]

Hydrocortisone cream or diaper rash ointment may soothe irritated perianal tissues. A good multivitamin with extra vitamin C can help provide nutritional support. [livestrong.com]

Irritability. Loss of appetite. Tremors. Increased heart rate and blood pressure. Body aches. Insomnia. Depression. Abdominal cramping. Diarrhea. Goose bumps. [withdrawal.net]

Bronchiolitis

It irritates the skin, eyes, mucous membranes, throat and respiratory tract. [nationaljewish.org]

Irritability and/or lethargy The Melbourne Royal Children’s Hospital have the below table in their guidelines: Mild Moderate Severe Behaviour Normal Some/ intermittent irritability [ausmed.com]

When caused by an irritating substance, people may experience irritation in other parts of the body, including the eyes, nose, and throat. [foundation.chestnet.org]

Schizoaffective Disorder

RESULTS: At baseline, 54% of participants were irritable. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Of the full sample, 54% of the participants was irritable. [psychiatryadvisor.com]

Diagnostic Guidelines There must be a prominent elevation of mood, or a less obvious elevation of mood combined with increased irritability or excitement. [mhreference.org]

Pelvic Congestion Syndrome

Sclerosing agents (chemicals that provide irritation or inflammation) are injected into the pelvic varicose veins, and small metal coils or plugs are placed to block flow [vein.stonybrookmedicine.edu]

Both patients underwent PVE and reported 'miraculous' resolution of left hip pain and also PCS symptoms including pelvic pain, irritable bowel issues and the disappearance [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Indeed, one described the change as ‘miraculous’ and reported complete resolution of irritable bowel symptoms (diarrhoea and urgency) which she had previously not given any [doi.org]

Premenstrual Syndrome

A condition characterized by nervousness, irritability, emotional instability, anxiety, depression, and possibly headaches, edema, and mastalgia, occurring during the 7 to [health.am]

[…] with premenstrual syndrome include: Weight gain from fluid retention Abdominal bloating Breast tenderness Tension or anxiety Depressed mood Crying spells Mood swings and irritability [web.archive.org]

The most common symptoms are irritability, anxiety, agitation, anger, insomnia, difficulty concentrating, lethargy, depression, and severe fatigue. [web.archive.org]

Head Trauma

Vomiting, irritability, or drowsiness that continues for more than 6 hours Loss of consciousness Inability to move or feel part of the body Inability to recognize people or [merckmanuals.com]

Signs may include: lethargy and listlessness irritability changing sleeping patterns altered appetite walking or standing unsteadily, or any signs of balance and dizziness [medicalnewstoday.com]

[…] bleeding from the ears or nose blurred vision confusion continuous crying seizure discharge from the ears or nose dizziness loss of appetite prolonged headache prolonged irritability [medicalnewstoday.com]