US Medical Term · symptoms
Irritability
Irritabilidad
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Irritability |
| Spanish (Español) | Irritabilidad |
| Chinese (中文) | 易怒 |
| Korean (한국어) | 과민성 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Dễ cáu kỉnh |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Pagkamainit ng ulo |
| Portuguese (Português) | Irritabilidade |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | หงุดหงิดง่าย |
| Japanese (日本語) | 易刺激性 |
What it means
Irritability is a state of being easily annoyed, frustrated, or angered by things that would not normally bother you. It can be a short-term response to stress, lack of sleep, pain, or hunger. Persistent irritability may be a symptom of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, premenstrual syndrome, thyroid disorders, or chronic pain conditions. In children, irritability can be a sign of infection or an underlying behavioral condition. It is important to discuss prolonged irritability with a healthcare provider, as it can affect relationships and quality of life, and may indicate a treatable mental health or medical condition.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have been feeling very irritable and short-tempered with everyone around me.
Me he sentido muy irritable y de mal genio con todos a mi alrededor.
Small things are upsetting me much more than they used to.
Las cosas pequeñas me molestan mucho más de lo que solía.
I lose my temper easily and feel agitated most of the day.
Pierdo la paciencia fácilmente y me siento agitado la mayor parte del día.
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Last reviewed: September 2026