Symptoms and Conditions That Require Emergency Care
June 20, 2024
Are you unsure whether you may need to go to the emergency room (ER)? If you are experiencing the following symptoms or conditions, it is best to seek emergency care.
Heart attack symptoms
Telltale signs of a possible heart attack include chest pain, along with shortness of breath and pain in the jaw, neck or arm. These should not be ignored.
Doctors Hospital provides patients who may be experiencing a heart attack with prompt assessment, diagnosis, management and treatment. Recognitions include The Joint Commission and American Heart Association Primary Heart Attack (PHAC) certification for Doctors Hospital and Acute Heart Attack Ready (AHAR) certification for Doctors Hospital ER South and Doctors Hospital ER Saunders.
Stroke symptoms
Signs of a possible stroke include facial drooping, weakness in the arms or legs, numbness of the face or extremities and difficulty speaking. Time is of the essence, seek immediate care.
Doctors Hospital is ready 24/7 to quickly respond and treat stroke emergencies. The hospital’s dedicated stroke unit is certified as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission, a recognition considered to be the gold standard for stroke patient care.
Deep cuts or burns
Cuts and burns cause damage to the skin and nerves of the skin’s top and lower layers. Additionally, an open wound leaves the body exposed to bacteria that can lead to infection. If you are experiencing extreme pain or cannot stop the bleeding, seek emergency care.
Head injuries
Because head injuries pose a threat to the brain and brain function, they should be taken seriously, especially if there is a loss of consciousness. Head injuries can result in a concussion, internal bleeding or fracture.
If you are unsure that your symptoms should be treated at an ER, it is better to be safe than sorry. Regardless of your symptoms, if they are causing you extreme pain or getting worse, it is a good idea to get immediate medical attention.