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What Is Foodborne Illness? Symptoms, Causes & When to Go to the ER

You ate something hours ago, maybe undercooked chicken, a suspect salad, or leftovers that sat out too long. Now you’re doubled over with cramps, racing to the bathroom, wondering if this is...

Streptococcal pharyngitis symptoms: What ER Doctors Look For

Streptococcal pharyngitis symptoms most of the time start suddenly, and in Fort Worth ERs, we see patients every week who are confused if their   is “just a cold” or something more serious. Knowing...

What Is Gastroenteritis & How Long Does It Last — When Severe Symptoms Need ER Emergency Care

This shocks many people: gastroenteritis is highly contagious, and you still spread the virus even after your symptoms improve. When vomiting or diarrhea slows down, people assume the illness is over...

Mosquito Borne Diseases: What Fort Worth ER Doctors Want You to Know

Mosquito borne diseases are something we regularly see in Fort Worth ERs, especially during North Texas heat waves and late summer months. In the emergency room, these illnesses often start with vague...

How Long Does It Take for RSV to Go Away?

RSV usually clears up within 1 to 2 weeks, though a cough may last up to 3 weeks. Babies under 6 months or those with other health issues may have a longer recovery. RSV is one of the most common...

Seasonal Affective Disorder: Causes, Treatment & When Symptoms Need ER-Level Care

Quick Glance ●       Condition: Depression that follows a seasonal pattern ●       Prevalence: ~5% of U.S. adults, more common in women ●       Typical onset: Late fall through winter ●       Episode...

COVID-19 or the Flu: How to Know When to Seek ER Care in Fort Worth

If you are feeling sick and wondering if it is COVID-19 or the Flu can be mentally exhausting , especially when symptoms hit fast. In Fort Worth and across Tarrant County, both COVID-19 and Flu are...

H1N1 vs H3N2 Symptoms: When to Visit an ER in Fort Worth

It usually starts fast. One day you feel fine, the next you’re dealing with fever, aches, and deep exhaustion. H1N1 vs H3N2 symptoms can feel intense and confusing, especially when you’re not sure...

Flu Symptoms | When to Visit the ER in Fort Worth, TX

Flu Symptoms are affecting people in Fort Worth or nearby areas harder and faster than expected.Sudden fever, weakness, or shortness of breath in you or a loved one in Fort Worth or surrounding areas...