Gaming can take a toll on the human body.

Gaming as fun as as competitive as it is could have serious health consequences.  Dr.  Yud Umme from the Bosnian Institute of Preventive Health contacted us here at the Gaming Free Press and shared with us the following  most common medical conditions a gamer will suffer through.  Note: never self diagnose, let a professional doctor diagnose and treat you if you suspect you are suffering from any of these conditions.

#5: Concussion

Ever experience a headache while gaming?  There is an excellent chance you’re suffering from a concussion.  A common symptom of a concussion is memory loss.  If you can’t remember what exactly caused your concussion its probably because of your concussion.

#4: Pulmonary Embolism

A common symptom of serious gaming is a shortness of breath.  The next time you experience this ask your doctor if you have a pulmonary embolism.  There are several treatment options for a gaming induced pulmonary embolism.

#3: Cataracts

One of the most frequent symptoms gamers complain about during a late night gaming session is blurred vision or watery eyes.  In the span of one cut scene from Metal Gear you can develop cataracts.

#2: Impotence

If ever your girlfriend, wife, or mistress has complained about you playing a video game its probably because of the impotence you’re experiencing.  It is believed that long hours of sitting crossed legged or even in a chair will inflict impotence

#1: Explosive Diarrhea

Over the past decade every major video game launch has resulted in employers reporting massive absenteeism.  The most frequently cited reason: explosive diarrhea.  The kind you cannot contain around your co-workers.  Grand Theft Auto 5 resulted in over 20 million cases of explosive diarrhea and 160 million hours of work lost.