It’s hard to put your finger on the many common medical conditions there are to date. The reason being is many conditions seem to change overnight. For instance, HIV/AIDS used to be considered a rare condition, then around the 80’s and early 90’s it seemed to have a noticeable increase.

It is difficult to understand how the doctors’ “scale” of commonality vs. rare works, but we have put together a sample list of conditions that are pretty high up on the list that doctors consider to be the most common medical conditions, based off of a high percentage of sufferers.

Migraines, for the most part, are very severe headaches. Some people experience them on a daily basis while others never have to suffer a true migraine. Everyone has had a minor, or even considerable headache, but migraines can be utterly debilitating if suffered in excess, with symptoms such as sensitivity to light, sound, and even motion.

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) – Diagnosis of ADHD has increased a great deal. This disorder yields symptoms such as: inability to concentrate, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. While this is extremely common in kids and teenagers, adults may also suffer from ADHD, feeling more of a sense of restlessness than hyperactivity. ADHD treatment varies, though most often it is treated through medication.

Depression- Believe it or not, over 45% of United States residents have had to overcome some level of depression at one point of time in their lives. People normally sink into a state of depression when something goes wrong in their lives. Many people in fact, are not diagnosed in time with depression and can go years with the symptoms and no definite solutions.

Other common conditions one may suffer are the symptoms of allergy and asthma as well as influenza (aka “flu”). Allergies and asthma most often go hand-in-hand, but a doctor should be sought if you experience any chest “tightness” or have difficulty breathing. Treating flu symptoms can be easily done via an over-the-counter medication, however children and the elderly have a higher risk when fighting off the flu virus. 

Remember that it’s always a smart idea to visit a doctor when you feel you aren’t well. If you’re suffering from a common medical condition, try to consider there are probably thousands of people out in the world dealing with the same problem as you. Find comfort in that, take your medication/treatment as directed, and relax. You’ll be fine.