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Acute Care
General Practice Medicine located in Portland, MI
Acute Care services offered in Portland, MI
When you have an acute illness, like an ear infection or strep throat, immediate treatment is often necessary to ensure a healthy recovery. Ohana Medical Group in Portland, Michigan, provides timely acute care for patients with all types of illnesses and injuries. Extended hours and house calls are among the many benefits that the practice offers to patients with acute conditions. Call the office or schedule an appointment online today to learn more about acute care.
Acute Care Q&A
What is acute care?
Acute care addresses illnesses and injuries that need prompt treatment. Most acute conditions develop quickly and can have severe consequences without responsive care.
The providers at Ohana Medical Group understand the importance of immediate treatment for acute conditions. Along with extended hours for acute treatment, the practice offers house calls.
What are some examples of acute care services?
Ohana Medical Group offers acute care services for:
Sick care
Sudden symptoms such as a fever, persistent cough, sore throat, chills, and vomiting, may warrant an acute care visit. Your provider checks your vitals, reviews your symptoms, and performs any necessary testing to recommend the appropriate treatment.
Injury care
Pain, swelling, bruising, and bleeding are signs of injuries you shouldn’t ignore. If the RICE method (rest, ice, compression, and elevation) doesn’t relieve your symptoms, your provider at Ohana Medical Group can address minor injuries.
Worsening symptom treatment
If you have a chronic disease, such as hypertension (high blood pressure), diabetes, or heart disease, symptoms that worsen suddenly are telltale signs of complications. Preventing disease progression is essential in managing a chronic disease. If you experience worsening symptoms, your provider may recommend scheduling a visit immediately to treat your condition.
When you need acute care, they will work with you to deliver a prompt diagnosis and treatment that restores your health as quickly as possible.
How do I know if I need acute care?
Without adequate treatment, acute conditions can have severe consequences. The earlier you seek treatment for an acute illness or injury, the more likely you will have a positive outcome. Understanding the warning signs of an acute condition ensures you can receive prompt treatment.
Signs you need treatment for an acute condition include:
- Fever
- Vomiting or diarrhea
- Muscle aches
- Severe Swelling
- Ear Pain
- Trouble breathing
- Headache
- Sore throat
- Persistent cough