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, or emergency care? when and how to make the call by dr. lija thomas, primary care physician, ochsner health center?jefferson place with today?s many options for healthcare, it?s not always easy to determine the best course of action when you or your child is sick or hurt. when should you make an appointment with your doctor? how ?urgent? is urgent care? is it time to go to the emergency room? here are some tips that should help you decide. visit your pcp or an urgent care facility for: ? cold/cough/flu/sinus/fever ? sore throat/strep throat ? ear pain
or infection ? eye irritation or pink eye ? urinary tract infection ? minor lacerations ? abscess/insect and animal bites ? rashes and minor burns ? sprains, strains, and possible closed fractures (no open wound) ? minor head injury ? nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea ? mild abdominal pain ? mild asthma attack ? migraine or mild headache ? allergic reactions or allergies visit the emergency room for: ? chest pain ? shortness of breath or a severe
asthma attack ? heart palpitations ? loss of consciousness or fainting ? uncontrollable bleeding ? broken bone (with deformity or open wound) ? seizures ? severe abdominal pain ? severe headache ? weakness, slurred speech, or confusion ? major head injuries ? severe burns ? severe pain ? suicidal or homicidal thoughts ? loss of eyesight visit your primary care physician for: ? high blood pressure ? diabetes ? arthritis/joint pain ? anxiety/depression ? fatigue/unexplained weight loss or gain ? back pain ? acid reflux ? management of all chronic diseases ? difficulty sleeping ? constipation ? disease screening (cholesterol, diabetes, etc.) ? physicals or yearly check-ups ? medication refills ? all other injuries and illnesses listed under urgent care 2 4 b r p a r e n t s . c o m | d e c e m b e r 2 0 1 7
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