Certain actions can precipitate symptoms and may point to the likely organ/organ system involved or the pathological process
- Food – GIT, endocrine, biliary
- Exertion – MSK, Vascular
- Activity – MSK, Inflammation
- Position / Posture – Movement of fluid e.g. CSF, pulmonary oedema, calculi e.g. gallstones, anatomical structure e.g. atrial myxoma
- Time of Day – Psychological, Endocrine