Emergency medicine

Autoimmune diseases (lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, etc.)

1 🧠 What is an autoimmune disease?

An autoimmune disease occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own healthy cells and tissues. Some well-known examples include lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and multiple sclerosis.

2 📋 Common Symptoms

  • 🌡️ Persistent fever
  • 🦵 Joint pain
  • 🥱 Extreme fatigue
  • 🩸 Inflammation of organs (kidneys, skin, heart...)
  • ❓ Symptoms vary depending on the autoimmune disease

3 🔍 Main Causes

  • 🧬 Genetic predisposition
  • 🦠 Triggering infections
  • 💊 Rare medications or vaccines
  • 🌍 Environmental or hormonal factors
  • ⚖️ Immune system imbalance

4 ⚠️ Risks if Untreated

  • 🔴 Serious damage to organs (kidneys, heart, lungs)
  • 🦽 Motor disability or loss of autonomy
  • 📉 Progressive decline in quality of life
  • ❗ Life-threatening risks in severe flare-ups

5 ✅ Practical Tips

  • 🧘‍♀️ Manage stress and ensure good sleep
  • 🥗 Follow an anti-inflammatory diet
  • 💧 Stay well hydrated
  • 💊 Strictly follow prescribed treatments
  • 🔄 Have regular medical check-ups

6 🩺 What AidHealth Offers

  • 🧾 Online symptom assessment
  • 📞 Consultation with an immunology specialist
  • 📚 Education on daily disease management
  • 💊 Treatment reminders and flare-up monitoring
  • 🤝 Psychological support and peer support groups

Prolonged fever of unknown origin

1 🌡️ What is prolonged fever?

Prolonged fever refers to a high temperature (over 38°C or 100.4°F) lasting more than 7 to 10 days without an obvious cause. It requires thorough medical evaluation as it may indicate an infection, autoimmune disease, or cancer.

2 🔍 Associated symptoms to watch for

  • 🥵 Chills, night sweats
  • 🥱 Persistent fatigue
  • 🦵 Muscle or joint pain
  • 🩸 Unexplained weight loss
  • 🤒 Swollen lymph nodes, headaches, cough, or rashes

3 🧪 Possible Causes

  • 🦠 Chronic infections (tuberculosis, HIV...)
  • ⚠️ Autoimmune diseases (lupus, sarcoidosis...)
  • 🎯 Certain cancers (lymphoma, leukemia)
  • 💊 Medication reactions
  • ❓ Unknown causes even after examinations

4 ⚠️ Risks if Ignored

  • 📉 General health deterioration
  • ❗ Delayed diagnosis of serious illnesses
  • 🧬 Silent progression of a severe condition
  • 🏥 Emergency hospitalization

5 ✅ What You Can Do

  • 🌡️ Take your temperature regularly
  • 📝 Keep a record of other associated symptoms
  • 🥗 Stay well hydrated and maintain a healthy diet
  • 🩺 Consult a doctor for a full check-up
  • 🧘‍♂️ Avoid prolonged self-medication

6 🩺 What AidHealth Offers

  • 📊 Online symptom analysis tool
  • 🧬 Referral for targeted medical tests
  • 💬 Consultation with an infectious disease specialist or internist
  • 🧾 Monitoring of condition progression and alerts in case of worsening
  • 👨‍⚕️ Second medical opinion available via our platform

Comprehensive health check-up

1 🧾 What is a full health check-up?

A full health check-up is a set of medical tests aimed at assessing the overall condition of your body. It helps to detect potential diseases early, even without symptoms, and to adapt your lifestyle to stay healthy.

2 🗓️ When should you get one?

  • 📌 Every 1 to 2 years for adults
  • 🎯 Starting at age 40, or earlier if you have a family history
  • 🏃 In case of persistent fatigue or weight loss
  • ⚠️ Before surgery or medical treatment
  • 🩺 If you suffer from chronic diseases

3 🔬 Tests included in a check-up

  • 🩸 Blood tests (glucose, cholesterol, etc.)
  • 💧 Urine analysis
  • ❤️ Electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • 🫁 Lung function tests if smoker
  • 📈 Weight, blood pressure, body mass index

4 🛡️ Why is it important?

  • 🔍 Early detection of silent diseases
  • ⚙️ Personalized health monitoring
  • ⛔ Prevent future complications
  • 🎯 Better adapt your diet and lifestyle
  • 💡 Develop healthy habits

5 ✅ What you can do

  • 🗓️ Schedule an annual check-up with a doctor
  • 📊 Keep track of your results for follow-up
  • 💬 Discuss your family medical history
  • 🍏 Establish new healthy habits
  • 💧 Stay hydrated and physically active

6 🩺 What AidHealth offers

  • 🧮 Personalized assessment of your health risks
  • 📅 Automatic reminders for upcoming check-ups
  • 🧑‍⚕️ Teleconsultation to interpret your results
  • 📥 Secure archiving of your medical reports
  • 🔄 Referral for additional tests if needed

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