General medicine is a branch of medical science that specializes in prevention, diagnosis and non-surgical treatments of the diseases that affect the different parts of the body. It treats both acute and chronic diseases of any part from head to toe. Doctors specializing in general medicine are called physician or general physician. Most of the times general medicine is confused for internal medicine but the latter deals with treatment of internal organs.

General medicine in Vijayawada is an important area of the healthcare system as it serves as the foundation for comprehensive patient care. It is often the starting point for patients seeking medical care, and internists play a key role in diagnosing, treating and managing a variety of conditions. They are well-trained and have expertise in various areas of medicine, making them ideal for meeting the diverse healthcare needs of adult patients.

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General physicians at Bezwada Hospitals & Diagnostics have the following list of responsibilities:

  • Diagnose and treat many health disorders.
  • Referring to any specialist if it is required.
  • Prescribe medications to prevent any further damage.
  • General health check-ups.
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What diseases are treated under General Medicine?

A number of acute and chronic diseases are diagnosed and treated by Best Internal Medicine Doctors in Vijayawada under general medicine. Some of the acute ailments are:

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Sore throat
  • Strep throat
  • Ear infection
  • Common cold
  • Flu infections
  • Minor wounds
  • Lacerations
  • Rash
  • Hives
  • Insomnia
  • Skin infections due to bug bites
  • Stomach ailments like diarrhea, stomach flu and constipation
  • Eye infections
  • Sinusitis
  • Kidney infections
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Chest pain
  • Pneumonia
  • influenza

Some of the chronic diseases are:

  • Asthma
  • Heart diseases
  • Diabetes
  • High blood pressure
  • Depression
  • Anxiety

When to visit a general medicine doctor?

You can visit a general medicine specialist if you're experiencing severe symptoms like:

  1. A extreme cold and cough that lasts for more than 2 weeks along with fever, shortness of breath, and congestion.
  2. A persistent fever (temperature over 102 degrees).
  3. Extreme pains in various body parts such as the chest, abdomen, or pelvis. These might cause serious conditions in the future, e.g. heart attack or gallstones.
  4. Lack of energy and weakness. These could be related to diseases like anemia or thyroid.

What is checked during general exam?

You will be screened for:

  1. Obesity based on the BMI
  2. High blood pressure
  3. Hepatitis C
  4. HIV screening for grown-ups between 15 to 65
  5. Type 2 diabetes
  6. Colorectal cancer
  7. Alcohol and drug consumption
  8. Tobacco use
  9. Depression
  10. Lung cancer, for patients who smoke or used to smoke
  11. Blood tests (for cholesterol)
  12. ECG (Electrocardiogram)

What to expect from General Medicine doctor?

The main focus of a physician who is specialized in General medicine is to diagnose and treat different ailments without involving surgical processes. They also prescribe precautionary measures so that the prevailing illness does not worsen or leads to any other health condition. General physicians at Bezwada hospitals can also conduct therapies or lab test if required.

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