30 Subtle Signs of Serious Health Issues Hiding in Plain Sight

19. Bad breath

Halitosis is for sure something unpleasant and embarrassing, especially when you’re about to kiss the love of your life. A romantic dinner could not see the light at the end of the tunnel if you’re dealing with bad breath, and that’s not the only reason to be sad.

A double-board-certified dentist in Los Angeles, California named Rhonda Kalasho says that bad breath could signal serious health conditions going on. Liver disease, diabetes, and kidney disease are some of them. If the unpleasant smell doesn’t go away after brushing and flossing, visit your dentist or/and your doctor.

20. Metallic taste in your mouth

Another scary sign of a serious health condition that hides in plain sight is a metallic taste in your mouth. This type of taste is often associated with kidney disease. According to the CDC, more than 90% of American adults with kidney disease don’t realize they have the disease.

This is probably because its symptoms are far from obvious. George Aronoff, MD, vice president of clinical affairs at DaVita Kidney Care, says that kidney disease symptoms are often overlooked because they are way too subtle.

Ammonia breath, a.k.a. metallic taste in the mouth, is one of its signs; however, things could get mixed up since this symptom is also linked to sinus infections, urinary tract infections, too much protein consumption, and dehydration.

21. Swelling

Swelling is another symptom related to improper kidney function. When they aren’t working as they should, your kidneys can’t remove the water excess from your body, causing the fluids to become unwanted guests in the tissues.

Therefore, swelling of ankles, face, feet, or hands are also signs of kidney disease. As soon as you discover any swelling issues, contact your doctor.