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What should you do when you twist your ankle? Do you need
to go to the emergency department now? Is the cough that you have had
for three days serious? These are questions that all of us have. And frequently
they arise in the evenings and weekend when your doctor is less available.
Adult HouseCalls Online is designed especially for
these times. The topics help you make appropriate decisions on what level
of medical care is needed and how to provide symptom relief for minor
conditions at home.
You can select any of the 61 Adult Topics from the:
- Anatomic Index
of Topics - Abdomen, Mouth, Chest, Arm, Nose, etc.
- Site's search engine using keywords - Indigestion,
Nausea, etc.
A Decision Chart (When
to Call Your Doctor Chart) is provided for each topic. By using
the decision chart and using your common sense, you should be able to
select one of the five following Decision
Chart categories:
- Call 911 Now (you may need an ambulance)
- Call Your Doctor Now (night or day)
- Call Your Doctor Within 24 hours (between 9 am and 4
pm)
- Call Your Doctor During Weekday Office Hours
- Self Care at Home
Disclaimer: The information
contained in these topics is not intended nor implied to be a substitute
for professional medical advice, it is provided for educational purposes
only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information.
Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified
healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing
an existing treatment. Talk with your healthcare provider about any questions
you may have regarding a medical condition. Nothing contained in these
topics is intended to be for medical diagnosis or treatment.
If you think that you are having a medical emergency,
call 911 or the number for the local emergency ambulance service NOW!
And when in doubt, call your doctor now or go to the closest
emergency department.
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