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Digestive Health: When To See Your Doctor About Chronic Gut Problems

Center for Family Medicine

In some cases, sharp, localized pain could be a sign of appendicitis, which requires immediate medical attention. Early evaluation prevents complications like malnutrition or aspiration. Untreated GERD can lead to complications such as esophagitis , Barrett's esophagus, or even esophageal cancer.

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How to Prevent a Potentially Fatal Aortic Dissection

Vascular Physician

How to Prevent a Potentially Fatal Aortic Dissection High blood pressure is a well-known medical condition that many people understand is a risk factor for heart attacks, strokes, and diabetes. Unfortunately, high blood pressure is also a risk for lesser known but no less serious conditions.

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Supporting Healthy Aging With Tailored Obesity Management Strategies

Physician's Weekly

Likewise, the National Institute on Aging developed a toolkit to help promote safe, effective exercise techniques for old er adults. Others may require comprehensive multidisciplinary care to address physical function impairment, psychosocial barriers, and medical complexity.

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Blood, Sweat, and Tears

Too little said, too vaguely, too harshly, too impersonal, too quickly, too confusing, too much medical jargon, not enough medical detail… the list is endless. This means explaining the benefits, risks, complications and alternates of the procedure. Doctors are often in the hot seat when addressing patients.

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Corona Together

StorytellERdoc

Being an ER physician facing this dilemma on the front lines of a large emergency and trauma center, I am also bearing witness to the more daunting picture of this dilemma--the mental and physical effects Covid-19 is having on our patients as well as on all of us. Don't bog down our front-line medical providers with mild symptoms.

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When to Go to Urgent Care for a Sore Throat: How Can Urgent Care Help?

Doctor On Demand

Learn more about which symptoms mean you should go to urgent care or the ER, as well as when to use telehealth or see a primary care doctor. These symptoms require immediate medical attention. When to go to the ER for a sore throat Go to the emergency room (ER) if your sore throat causes any difficulty swallowing or breathing.

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Finding the Right Clinic: A Guide to Quality Care

Plum Health

Have you ever found yourself in need of medical attention but overwhelmed by the myriad of clinics and healthcare options out there? This guide will help you understand the different types of clinics and services they offer, so you can make an informed decision about where to seek medical care. It's a common challenge many people face.

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