Do I go to the doctor or the ER?

Do you know when to call your doctor or when a visit to the ER is needed? Here are a few tips to help you in your decision.

Call your doctor’s office for advice on:

• Colds, coughs, flu, sore throat
• Fever
• Earache
• Asthma
• Pain or burning when urinating
• Migraine headaches
• Sprain
• Rash
• Eye infection
• Stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting
• Insect bites with no breathing difficulty
• Minor cuts
• Sexually Transmitted Diseases

For any of the following, a visit to the ER is recommended:

• Severe bleeding
• Major cuts
• Chest pain
• A major injury, such as head trauma
• Inability to breathe
• Spinal cord or back injury
• Severe eye injuries
• Broken bones
• Severe or persistent vomiting or diarrhea
• Sudden, severe abdominal pain
• Suicidal or homicidal feelings