Symptom Checker

• Breathing symptoms that don’t improve with inhalers or don’t follow a typical asthma pattern

• Shortness of breath paired with throat tightness or a choking sensation

• Difficulty breathing during or after physical activity — or even while eating

• Voice changes that appear with activity

• Chest tightness or discomfort (during activity or at rest)

• Intermittent wheezing or stridor

• A feeling of fullness or a “lump” in the throat

• Becoming easily breathless — more than expected for your fitness level

• Frequent yawning, sighing, or sniffing

• Sensitivity to odors such as perfumes or cleaning products

ℹ️ Use this guide to explore possible causes of your symptoms—it’s not a diagnosis.

• A history of facial weakness or paralysis (e.g., Bell’s palsy, Ramsay Hunt, skull base tumor)

• Difficulty fully closing the eye, or symptoms such as dryness or excessive tearing

• Trouble speaking clearly or pronouncing words

• Dry mouth or difficulty eating, chewing, drinking, or managing saliva

• Challenges with oral care (brushing, rinsing, spitting)

• Facial muscle tightness, pain, or sensitivity

• Jaw pain or limited jaw opening

• Difficulty expressing emotions through facial movement

• Synkinesis (for example, the eye closing when yawning or smiling)

• Social withdrawal or reduced participation due to facial changes

ℹ️ Use this guide to explore possible causes of your symptoms—it’s not a diagnosis.

ℹ️ Use of this tool does not establish a clinician–patient relationship. If you have concerns about your symptoms, please consult a qualified healthcare provider. If you are experiencing urgent or severe symptoms, seek immediate medical care.