What does a general physician do and how can they help?

<ul><li>General physician is a primary care provider who provides general medicine and non-surgical care.</li><li>They offer generalized treatments and recommend patients to specialists if needed.</li><li>They examine injuries/sudden changes, conduct/advise tests for further diagnosis, and prescribe generic medicines.</li></ul>

What qualifications do general physicians have?

They should have these qualities:<ul><li>Technology-oriented and experienced.</li><li>Expertise - they should have these degrees: MBBS and a Post Graduation (MD) degree in general medicine</li><li>Good testimonials/Awards/Recognition.</li><li>Hygiene and sterilization of tools/equipment.</li></ul>

What is the difference between a general physician and a specialist?

<ul><li>General practitioners treat generic diseases that emerge suddenly and educate/facilitate preventive care.</li><li>Whereas specialists are focused on one area, where they provide in-depth care and treatment for their patients.<ul><li>Specialists may or may not have expertise in surgery, but can perform minimally invasive treatments, or provide a broader range of medicines to treat your issues as opposed to general practitioners.</li></ul></li></ul>

What issues can general physicians help with?

General Physicians can probe into following conditions:<ul><li>Low/high blood pressure.</li><li>Immunity disorders, infections, flu, typhoid, malaria, and dengue.</li><li>Migraines, muscle aches, pink eye, skin rashes, and bumps.</li><li>Physical injury or poisoning.</li><li>Respiratory issues like asthma, bronchitis, or sinusitis.</li><li>Bladder or urinary issues.</li></ul>

When can one visit a general physician?

You should visit general physicians if following events transpire:<ul><li>If your body temperature goes above 103 ° Fahrenheit, or fever lasts for more than 3 days.</li><li>Your cold presents with any of these symptoms:<ul><li>Difficulty swallowing, chest pain, breathlessness. and/or cold persists for more than 2 weeks.</li></ul></li><li>If you detect any of the following signs in your bowel movement/urination:<ul><li>Contains blood, color/consistency is improper, fluctuating frequency.</li></ul></li><li>You experience other alarming signs: Sudden weight change, unexplained pain, or stroke.</li></ul>

Is it better to go to a general practitioner or a specialist?

Go to a general practitioner first, if your condition deteriorates thereafter or if they refer you to a specialist, then go to a specialist. Sometimes slight symptoms can be resolved with basic care.

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9 years of experience

MS, MBBS

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Available today 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Dr. Rahul Gupta

21 years of experience

MD - Medicine, MBBS

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23 years of experience

MD - General Medicine, MBBS

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Vashi, Navi Mumbai

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Dr. Kavindra Rajoria

16 years of experience

DOMS, MBBS

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Vashi, Navi Mumbai

₹ 1000

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Dr. Sandeep Rai

34 years of experience

FRCP (UK), Post Graduate Diploma in Diabetology (PGDD)(Madras Medical College), DNB - General Medicine, MBBS

Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Life-Time Achievement National Award for Research, Publications & Nation Building in 2018.
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Vashi, Navi Mumbai

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Vashi, Navi Mumbai

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Dr. Amol Madave

13 years of experience

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Vashi, Navi Mumbai

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12 years of experience

PDCC - Pediatric Endocrinology, MD - Pediatrics, MBBS

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Vashi, Navi Mumbai

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25 years of experience

MS - Paediatrics Surgery, MCh - Pediatric Surgery, MS - General Surgery, MBBS

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24 years of experience

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