Emergency Medicine

If you're throwing up blood, it might look like coffee grounds or be bright red. It's important to see a doctor if this happens.

If someone vomits after a head injury, especially more than once, they should go to the hospital to check for serious problems.

If you are throwing up blood, it is important to seek medical help right away, as it can be a sign of a serious condition.

Facial numbness on one side can be a sign of a serious medical condition and should be evaluated promptly, especially if it happens suddenly or is accompanied by other symptoms.

Yes, tingling in the face can be a symptom of heat exhaustion. It’s usually caused by changes in circulation or electrolyte imbalances from overheating.

If you notice tingling on one side of your face, especially if it starts suddenly or is accompanied by other symptoms, you should seek medical attention to rule out serious causes.

If you experience tingling on the left side of your face, monitor your symptoms closely. Seek immediate medical care if it comes on suddenly, worsens, or is accompanied by other concerning signs like weakness or trouble speaking.

Ankle pain can be relieved with topical patches like diclofenac, rest, and medications used in emergency settings.

If you experience left chest pain, pay close attention to your symptoms and seek immediate medical help if the pain is severe or accompanied by other concerning signs.

If your chest hurts when you breathe, it’s important to get evaluated by a doctor—especially if the pain is severe, worsening, or accompanied by other symptoms.

If your chest hurts, first check how you feel overall and whether there are any other serious symptoms, such as rapid onset fatigue, lightheadedness or nausea, and then get help from a doctor or emergency services if needed.

If you have a broken ankle, keep weight off the ankle, apply ice, elevate it, and seek medical attention promptly.

Heat exhaustion is less severe and usually comes with heavy sweating and weakness, while heat stroke is more serious with high body temperature, confusion, and sometimes little or no sweating.

Heat exhaustion symptoms usually improve within a few hours once you cool down and rehydrate, but in some cases, they might last for up to a day or two.

Heat exhaustion can cause heavy sweating, weakness, and dizziness, while preventing it involves staying cool, drinking plenty of water, and avoiding too much time in the sun.

Seek medical help if your abdominal pain is severe, persists for several hours, or is accompanied by significant symptoms such as fever or vomiting.

A numb feeling in your chest may be harmless but can sometimes signal a serious problem when it occurs with other symptoms like chest pain or breathing trouble. It's important to get medical help right away if you have these additional signs.

If you suspect you have heat stroke, it is crucial to act quickly, as it is a medical emergency. Immediate cooling and hydration are essential, and you should seek medical attention as soon as possible.

Consider going to the emergency room (ER) for back pain if it is extremely intense, accompanied by difficultly walking or standing, or a loss of bowel or bladder control.