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10 Essential FAQs About Fever: Understanding the Heat-Part 1

Rao Doctor

Understanding the fundamental aspects of fever is crucial for effective management and treatment. This occurs due to the body reacting to medication as if it were a harmful pathogen, thus activating the immune system and raising body temperature. We will learn more about Fever and its management in my next part.

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Understanding Heat Stroke: Symptoms and Essential Solutions

Doctor On Demand

Rest : Allow the body to recuperate by resting and avoiding strenuous physical activity until symptoms subside. Medical Consultation : If symptoms persist or worsen, seeking medical attention becomes paramount. Consulting a medical professional can provide expert guidance on managing the situation effectively.

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Be The Market: How Doctors Should Invest Their Money

The Motivated MD

Here are a few reasons: Overwhelmingly, index funds have lower expense ratios because they are passively managed. No significantly excessive charge is needed to manage a fund that just mimics a market index. Diversification is a strategy for managing risk by holding different types of investments within a portfolio (e.g.,

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Lessons Learned From My Hiatus

The Motivated MD

Further, finding the correct balance between pursuing my writing passion while still managing the business side of a blog was challenging as well. managing significant educational debt, navigating physician mortgages, owning your own practice, etc.). These include my marriage, my family, my career, and my physical and mental health.

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When to Go to a Doctor for Chest Congestion: At-home Care vs. Medical Attention

Doctor On Demand

When to use telehealth for chest congestion Use telehealth, also known as virtual care , for chest congestion when symptoms are mild to moderate and you need medical advice, prescriptions, or a treatment plan. Virtual visits can diagnose colds, flu , or allergies and help you manage symptoms at home.

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Perimenopause vs. Menopause: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatments

Dr. Michael Bazel

As women approach midlife, they experience a range of physical and hormonal changes. Hormonal Fluctuations: As estrogen levels rise and fall, you might experience physical and emotional changes. Hormone Levels : Perimenopause : Hormone levels fluctuate unpredictably, which can lead to various physical and emotional changes.

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Fever FAQs (contd.)- Signs, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

Rao Doctor

When assessing a fever, we doctors employ a systematic approach to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective management. Importance of Physical Examinations Physical examinations also play a significant role in diagnosing health conditions. What are the Management and Treatment Options in a case of fever?

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