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Key TakeawaysExperts say a fever, persistent cough, runny nose, vomiting, diarrhea, and red, crusty eyes are all signs you need to keep your child home from school.Each school district also has its own policies about sick days for kids, so make sure you know what the rules are.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) does not recommend keeping your child home if they have lice. Key Takeaways Experts say a fever, persistent cough, runny nose, vomiting, diarrhea, and red, crusty eyes are all signs you need to keep your child home from school....

While dermatologists can treat common skin conditions likeacneorwarts, they are also crucial to the diagnosis and treatment of serious ones likescleroderma,cellulitis, andskin cancer. Knowing when seeing a dermatologist is a “must” can help you get to the bottom of a condition quicker and access the correct treatment faster. This article can help decide whether it’s okay to see a primary healthcare provider for a skin condition or if it’s time to book an immediate appointment with a board-certified dermatologist....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDiseases and ConditionsWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Diseases and Conditions When to See a Healthcare Provider Treatment The perianal area refers to the area of the body surrounding the anus — in particular, the skin. The perianal skin is sensitive and is susceptible to injury and damage fromdiarrhea, constipation, and disease. Irritation to the perianal area can occur with persistent diarrhea....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDifficulty BreathingFeverHeadacheSore ThroatCoughRashEaracheVomitingStomach PainRisk Factors Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Difficulty Breathing Fever Headache Sore Throat Cough Rash Earache Vomiting Stomach Pain Risk Factors This article discusses when you should go to the doctor for a cold or flu. It explains when a cough, fever, headache, and other symptoms warrant medical attention. It also outlines who is at high risk for complications and should consult their healthcare provider....

When to see a healthcare provider for fever depends on a person’s age, whether they have other concerning symptoms, and how long the fever lasts. For infants under 3 months, any fever of 100.4°F or higher is serious and requires immediate medical attention. For children between 3 to 12 months, a fever over 102°F also needs a healthcare provider’s evaluation. When to See a Healthcare Provider for Fever Fever is defined as a core temperature higher than 100....

Abdominal pain is a relatively common symptom that often doesn’t need treatment. But abdominal pain can be a symptom of a serious condition that could require medical attention and, in some cases, even emergency care. Universal Images Group / Getty Images Types and Sources of Abdominal Pain The abdomen involves the digestive tract, which includes the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine. Additionally, conditions involving the appendix, kidneys, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas can cause abdominal pain....

FatCamera / E+ / Getty Images What Is an Endocrinologist? Endocrinologists treat diabetes, a disease of the pancreas, and diseases that affect other endocrine systems such as the thyroid, pituitary gland, and adrenal glands. These diseases may include but are not limited to: When to See an Endocrinologist for Diabetes In certain cases, such as if you have uncomplicated type II diabetes, you may never need to see a diabetes healthcare provider because you can manage the disease through lifestyle changes with your primary provider’s guidance....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat’s an Emergency?ER or Urgent CareTelehealthPregnancy and DeliveryCOVID-19 EmergenciesBeing Prepared Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What’s an Emergency? ER or Urgent Care Telehealth Pregnancy and Delivery COVID-19 Emergencies Being Prepared TheCOVID-19pandemic caused periods of unprecedented strain on healthcare systems in the United States. Many non-essential surgeries and medical procedures were postponed and some medical offices closed. While the pressure on the healthcare system has lifted, COVID-19 is still spreading in the community, and the lasting effects of the pandemic have made some people reconsider whether they should seek in-person care for health problems....

It’s not always easy to decide if you shouldstay home from workor school when you have symptoms like a sore throat, fever, or cough. If you’re a caregiver, it can be hard to decide whether to send your child to school or daycare, especially if they need to take a test or play a sport that day. If you don’t feel well on an important day, you might be tempted to just “tough it out....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhen and How to Take AtorvastatinWhich Statins Should You Take at Night?Which Statins Can You Take in the Morning?Considerations for Taking StatinsOther Ways to Reduce Cholesterol Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents When and How to Take Atorvastatin Which Statins Should You Take at Night? Which Statins Can You Take in the Morning? Considerations for Taking Statins Other Ways to Reduce Cholesterol...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsInjuries That Require a SplintSplint vs. CastTypes & MaterialsMaintenanceHealing Time & RemovalSummary Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Injuries That Require a Splint Splint vs. Cast Types & Materials Maintenance Healing Time & Removal Summary “Splint” is a general term used to describe a removable device that temporarily immobilizes a joint after injury. However, splints can also be used to increase motion in astiff joint....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesWarnings and ContraindicationsSide Effects and RisksIf It Doesn’t Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Warnings and Contraindications Side Effects and Risks If It Doesn’t Help This explains how Afrin works, some of the common side effects of Afrin, and why using too much Afrin or using it for a long time can lead to rebound congestion. Karl Tapales / Moment / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIV AntibioticsGoals of CareAntibiotic OptionsAdvance Directives Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents IV Antibiotics Goals of Care Antibiotic Options Advance Directives It used to be standard to giveantibioticsto people with late-stagedementiabecause the disease makes infections—such aspneumonia—more common. Now, however, some doctors may recommend against antibiotics, believing the risks outweigh the benefits. This article looks at when antibiotics should be used in people with late-stage dementia, how they’re administered in different settings, and why it can help to have an advance directive....