It can be easy to blame your abdominal pain on indigestion or stress. But sometimes the pain is more serious, and you'll need to see a doctor to diagnose appendicitis or any other more serious abdominal conditions. Learn which symptoms to watch out for and when you should get medical help. Did you know that stomach pain is the most common reason for emergency room visits? When a person is unsure about what to do, it may be best to call a doctor to decide if an ER visit is necessary. What … [Read more...] about Appendicitis? Kidney Stones? Abdominal Health Emergencies: Warning Signs, Symptoms
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8 WAYS TO KEEP YOUR KIDNEYS HEALTHY
The kidneys are vital organs of our bodies, which means we can't live without them if they don’t function. They remove waste, control the body’s fluid, and remove the excess waste and water through urination. This process is necessary to maintain a stable balance of body chemicals. And when its function is abnormal for any reason, it can lead to serious, life-threatening complications. 1 in 3 Americans is at a higher risk of developing kidney disease – an alarming statistic reported by the … [Read more...] about 8 WAYS TO KEEP YOUR KIDNEYS HEALTHY
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Shirley Temple warned us, “If you eat too much, you’ll awake with a tummy ache. But when is abdominal pain serious enough to warrant a trip to the emergency room? Hi, I’m Dr.Fisher, ER Physician here locally at Elite Care 24 Hour Emergency Room in League City. Quite often patients arrive at the ER complaining of a pain in their stomach. Sometimes the cause of this pain is serious enough to warrant a visit to us and other times perhaps a doctor’s visit could have been avoided. When … [Read more...] about Abdominal Pain
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Severe Pain If your pain is so severe that you cannot stand up straight, head on over to the emergency room. Another sign of something possibly serious is if your stomach is sensitive to touch or if it comes on suddenly or with a fever. Vomiting If you find yourself in the unlucky position of vomiting and you notice blood in your vomit, you should also seek out medical care. Recent Surgery or Pregnant? It is also important to remember that if you feel abdominal pain and recently … [Read more...] about Abdominal Pain
