When to Go to the ER for Dental Pain
They say that dental pain can be one of the worst types of pain to experience and at times, this statement is not an exaggeration. Dental pain can occur for…
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Symptoms of Appendicitis
The appendix is a small worm-like structure or “appendage” located at the beginning of the large intestine. It has no definite function in humans, so it is regarded as a…
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When to Go to the ER for a Sore Throat
A sore throat, also known as pharyngitis, is a painful inflammation of the back part of the throat. Pharyngitis can involve the following parts of the throat: The back third…
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When To Go the ER for a UTI
Urinary tract infections (UTI) are very common. It is estimated that around 50–60% of women will develop at least one UTI in their lifetime. UTIs occur when bacteria (germs) get…
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When to Go to the ER for Back Pain
Back pain is one of the most common medical conditions experienced in the United States. It is estimated that up to 84 percent of adults have low back pain at…
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When to Go to the ER for an Ear Infection
Both adults and children can get ear infections. Ear infections can be caused by a number of bugs such as viruses, bacteria or fungi—and they can each affect different parts…
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When to Go to an Emergency Room for Pink Eye
Conjunctivitis also called pink eye is an infection or swelling of the eye that can cause the whites of the eye to take on a pink or red color. Causes…
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4 Signs It’s Time to Go to the ER for Bronchitis
Asthma, pneumonia and bronchitis are common lung diseases that can send both kids and adults to the emergency room. All of these conditions can lead to difficulty breathing and at…
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What to Know about Herpes – Signs and When to Go to ER
Genital herpes is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that is on the rise in the United States. Sexual contact is…
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