Frequently Asked Questions

• Infectious Diseases

  • What should I do if I think I have an infectious disease?
    Contact your healthcare provider for advice and treatment.
  
  
  • How can I avoid getting infectious diseases?
    Prevent the spread of germs by washing your hands often and getting immunized.
  
  
  • What should I do if I think I have food poisoning?
    See your healthcare provider and report your concern to public health authorities.
  
  
  • What should I do if I've been bitten or scratched by an animal?
    Flush the wound with water for at least 15 minutes and see your healthcare provider as soon as possible.
  
  
  • What should I do if I find a tick on my body?
    Remove the tick right away and monitor for any symptoms of Lyme disease.

• Chronic Diseases

  • What are some common chronic diseases?
    Common chronic diseases include diabetes, heart disease, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
  
  
  • How can I manage a chronic disease?
    Follow your healthcare provider's advice, take medications as prescribed, and make lifestyle changes such as eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly.
  
  
  • What are the risk factors for chronic diseases?
    Risk factors include smoking, poor diet, lack of physical activity, and excessive alcohol consumption.

• Autoimmune Diseases

  • What are some common autoimmune diseases?
    Common autoimmune diseases include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and multiple sclerosis.
  
  
  • How are autoimmune diseases diagnosed?
    Diagnosis typically involves blood tests, imaging studies, and a thorough medical history and physical examination.
  
  
  • What are the treatment options for autoimmune diseases?
    Treatment options include medications to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system, as well as lifestyle changes and physical therapy.

• Cancer

  • What are the common types of cancer?
    Common types of cancer include breast cancer, lung cancer, and colorectal cancer.
  
  
  • How is cancer diagnosed?
    Diagnosis typically involves imaging studies, biopsies, and blood tests.
  
  
  • What are the treatment options for cancer?
    Treatment options include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapy.