Irritability in Adults: Symptoms & Signs

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Symptoms of irritability depend on the cause. When a healthcare provider hears that someone is irritable, he or she may want to know:

if there is a known cause

how the person is behaving

when it began

how long it has been going on

whether it is constant or comes and goes

what the person's usual response to problems or pain is

if anything makes it better or worse

if it occurs only at certain times of the day

if there are any other symptoms, such as fever, stomach upset, pain, injury, depression, sadness, or weight loss

if there is any history of any other illnesses, conditions, allergies, or surgeries

what medications the person takes

Other questions may be asked about eating and sleeping habits, activity level, and any other concerns the person or the family has.

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Author: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Reviewer: Adam Brochert, MD
Date Reviewed: 07/13/01

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