Irritability
Easily annoyed or frustrated mood, which can be caused by stress, sleep problems, hormonal changes, or mood disorders.
What is Irritability?
Irritability is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Irritability that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Irritability
The following conditions have been associated with Irritability. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Anxiety Disorder
A group of mental health conditions characterized by excessive worry, fear, or nervousness that interferes with daily li...
Anxiety and Panic
Persistent anxiety and panic symptoms that affect daily function and well-being.
Conduct Disorder
A behavioral and emotional disorder in children and adolescents involving a persistent pattern of behavior that violates...
Cyclothymic Disorder
A mood disorder involving chronic, fluctuating mood swings between mild depression and mild elevation that last for at l...
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Persistent, excessive worry about everyday situations that is difficult to control and interferes with daily life.
Hyperthyroidism
A condition in which the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone, speeding up metabolism and causing weight loss...
Hypoglycemia
Abnormally low blood sugar levels causing shakiness, sweating, confusion, and in severe cases loss of consciousness.
Insomnia
Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting restful sleep despite adequate opportunity, affecting daytime func...
PANDAS
A term for the sudden onset of obsessive-compulsive symptoms or tics in children following a streptococcal infection. It...
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
A condition that develops after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, causing intrusive memories, avoidance, and...
Premenstrual Syndrome
A combination of physical and emotional symptoms occurring in the days before menstruation.
Sandifer Syndrome
A condition in infants in which gastroesophageal reflux causes unusual posturing or movements of the head, neck, and bac...
Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Irritability is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.