General Medicine

Fever

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💡 What is a fever?

Fever is an abnormal rise in body temperature above 38°C. It often indicates that the body is fighting an infection.

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📍 Associated Symptoms

🌡️ High temperature
❄️ Chills
😓 Excessive sweating
😴 Fatigue
🤕 Headaches
🦴 Muscle pain
🌪️ Confusion (in elderly or children)

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🧠 Common Causes

🦠 Viral infections (flu, COVID-19...)
🧫 Bacterial infections
🦟 Malaria
💉 Vaccine reaction
🔥 Heatstroke

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📋 When to See a Doctor?

🔺 Temperature > 39.5°C (103.1°F)
🔁 Fever lasting more than 3 days
👶 Baby under 3 months old
😵 Confusion or loss of consciousness
💦 Signs of dehydration
🌍 Recent return from a malaria zone

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🧴 First Steps at Home

💧 Drink water regularly
🧊 Cool down (damp towel, lukewarm bath)
🛌 Rest
💊 Acetaminophen if advised
⚠️ Avoid antibiotics without a prescription

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🧬 What AidHealth Can Do

🤖 Preliminary AI-based diagnosis
💬 Referral to an online doctor
📄 Personalized medical advice
🔗 Access to a specialist if needed

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🎯 Prevention

🧼 Regular hygiene
🦟 Mosquito control
💉 Up-to-date vaccinations
💊 Malaria prevention in risk zones

Headache / Fatigue

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💡 What Are Headaches / Fatigue?

A headache (or cephalalgia) is a pain felt in the skull or face. Fatigue is a feeling of weakness, lack of energy, or physical or mental exhaustion.

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📍 Associated Symptoms

🤕 Headache (forehead, temples, neck...)
😴 Drowsiness or lack of energy
🌪️ Difficulty concentrating
😵 Dizziness or lightheadedness
👁️ Sensitivity to light or noise
💤 Excessive need for sleep

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🎯 Prevention

🛌 Sleep at least 7 hours per night
🥗 Eat balanced meals at regular times
🚰 Drink enough water
🚶 Engage in moderate physical activity
💻 Take breaks away from screens

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📋 When to See a Doctor?

🔁 Persistent fatigue > 2 weeks
⚡ Sudden or severe headaches
🌙 Severe sleep disturbances
🩸 Paleness, shortness of breath, or weight loss
👁️ Blurred vision or neurological issues

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📍 Common Practices

💊 Taking leftover medication at home
🗣️ Following advice from a relative without medical opinion
📦 Buying medication without a prescription
📄 Reusing an old prescription
🌿 Using medicinal plants without supervision

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🎯 Prevention

🛌 Sleep at least 7 hours per night
🥗 Eat balanced meals at regular times
🚰 Drink enough water
🚶 Engage in moderate physical activity
💻 Take breaks away from screens

Self-medication

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💡 What is self-medication?

Self-medication involves treating oneself without consulting a healthcare professional. It may include taking over-the-counter medications or reusing old prescriptions.

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📍 Common Practices

💊 Taking leftover medication at home
🗣️ Following advice from a relative without medical opinion
📦 Buying medication without a prescription
📄 Reusing an old prescription
🌿 Using medicinal plants without supervision

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⚠️ Risks of Self-Medication

❌ Misdiagnosis and worsening of the condition
💥 Dangerous side effects
💊 Antibiotic resistance
🚫 Drug interactions
👶 Risks for children and pregnant women

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📋 When to Avoid It Completely?

👶 Children under 6 years old
🤰 Pregnant or breastfeeding women
🩺 Chronic illnesses (diabetes, high blood pressure...)
💊 When taking multiple medications at once
😵 If symptoms persist or worsen

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🧬 What AidHealth Offers

🤖 Smart AI-based diagnostics
💬 Referral to qualified doctors
📱 Remote consultations via Teams or WhatsApp
📄 Reliable and personalized recommendations

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🎯 Prevention and Best Practices

🩺 Always seek advice from a healthcare professional
📦 Carefully read medication leaflets
📆 Never reuse an old prescription
👨‍⚕️ Follow the prescribed dose, duration, and interval
🗑️ Dispose of expired medications

When to see a doctor?

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💡 Why consult a doctor?

Consulting a doctor ensures a reliable diagnosis, helps avoid treatment errors, prevents complications, and provides professional follow-up tailored to each case.

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🚨 Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

🔺 Persistent high fever > 103°F (39.5°C)
🩸 Unusual bleeding
🫁 Chest pain or difficulty breathing
🤕 Head trauma or loss of consciousness
👁️ Vision or speech disturbances
🤰 Complications during pregnancy

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📆 Persistent Symptoms

🔁 Ongoing pain for more than 3 days
😴 Extreme fatigue without clear cause
⚖️ Unexplained weight loss or gain
🥴 Frequent dizziness or headaches
🌪️ Confusion, memory issues

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👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 At-Risk Individuals

👶 Infants (under 6 months)
👵 Elderly people
🤰 Pregnant women
🧬 People with chronic illnesses (diabetes, high blood pressure...)
🦠 Immunocompromised individuals (HIV, heavy treatments...)

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🧬 What AidHealth Offers

🤖 Initial assessment via medical AI
📲 Online appointment booking with a doctor
📞 Direct consultation via Teams, WhatsApp, or Zoom
🔗 Referral to a specialist if needed

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🎯 Prevention and Common Sense

🛑 Don’t ignore your body’s signals
📆 Schedule regular medical check-ups
🩺 Better to consult early than too late
💊 Don’t confuse relief with healing
🧠 Listen to your body and seek advice

Common illnesses

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💡 What is a common illness?

These are illnesses that frequently occur in the population. They are usually mild but can become disabling or dangerous if not properly treated. They affect all age groups and require early attention.

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📋 Common Examples

🤒 Flu / Cold
🌡️ Fever
🤕 Headaches
🤧 Allergies
😴 Chronic fatigue
💩 Temporary diarrhea
🦷 Toothache

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🚨 Watch Closely

🔁 Symptoms lasting more than 3 days
🌪️ General discomfort, extreme exhaustion
🤕 Increasing pain
🌡️ High or recurring fever
🩸 Blood in stool, urine, or vomit

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🧬 What AidHealth Offers

🤖 Quick preliminary diagnosis via AI
📱 Access to an online general practitioner
💬 Personalized medical follow-up and advice
🔗 Referral to a specialist if needed

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🎯 Prevention of Common Illnesses

🧼 Hand and surface hygiene
🥗 Balanced diet and hydration
💉 Up-to-date vaccination
🏃 Regular physical activity
🛌 Sufficient rest and stress management
🚫 Avoid self-medication