Understanding Fever
Are you suddenly feeling flushed, hot, and having chills? You could have a fever. A fever happens when your body’s temperature suddenly rises. For most people, a fever is usually not a cause for concern. Fevers generally go away after a few hours or within a day. A normal body temperature is 98.6°F (37°C). Contact Doral Health and Wellness and talk to our primary care doctors if you need help managing your fever, or of a family member. They are the best doctors in Brooklyn, and they can help and work you with your condition. Doral Health and Wellness also has an urgent care facility that can provide you emergency medical assistance should you need one. The best way to measure your body temperature can be done using a thermometer that is inserted orally, rectally, or axillary (under your arm). It can also be measured using a special instrument inserted in your ear to read the temperature of your eardrum. Sometimes, having fever doesn’t necessarily mean that something is wrong with you. Your body’s temperature can change all throughout the day because of various reasons, including your activities and the emotions that you are feeling. Stress, excitement, and menstrual cycle are some of the factors that can raise your body’s temperature. However, you should also know when to worry about your fever. There are factors that should be considered: how long your fever lasts or the duration and if whether they come and go and how high your fever is. Symptoms When you have a fever, it can sometimes go with other conditions. Aside from having an elevated temperature, that goes beyond 100.4°F, you might have other symptoms that can include: Causes When you have fever, it can be a result of almost all illnesses. Among the most common are: Body temperature can vary from person to person. But most doctors consider a temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) to be a fever, however, it is different in children at 99.5°F (37.5°C). If you have mild fever, make sure that drink lots of fluids and get plenty of rest. If your fever goes beyond 106°F (41.1°C) and does not come down ever after treatment has been administered, it could already be life-threatening, and you should already go to urgent care facilities or call 911. Having a fever could also mean that your immune is fighting bacteria, virus, or an infection. A fever is not an illness but rather, a symptom. Your doctor may want to order out tests and laboratory to identify the cause of your fever and give you the right medications. Consult your doctor immediately if you have fever accompanied with: If you have mild fever, contact your primary doctor. But for emergency situations, you can visit us at Doral Health and Wellness Urgent Care. Our specialists provide urgent care for common illnesses and health problems. We also offer lab tests, diagnostics, physicals, and screening that will help identify your health concerns. You can visit our website https://www.urgentcareclinicbrooklyn.com or call us at 1-347-384-5690. At Doral Health and Wellness, we have a family doctor that can help you manage your mild fever. For more information you can visit us at 1797 Pitkin Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11212 or call us at 1-347-384-5690. You can also visit our website at https://doralhw.org or contact us at info@doralhw.org if you have any queries. We have the best primary care doctor in Brooklyn to provide you the best comprehensive medical care and health care services.
The Importance of Flu Vaccine
Influenza, or flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus that infect the nose, throat, and the lungs. Each year, millions of Americans get sick with the flu, sometimes it causes mild illness, but it can also be serious especially with younger and older people, and people with existing health conditions. With this, the best way in reducing your risk of getting infected with flu is to get vaccinated every year. At Doral Health and Wellness, we have the best primary care doctors for you and your whole family. They are the best doctors in Brooklyn, and they can help you manage and deal with you and your family’s health condition. We also offer different types of vaccination, such as flu vaccine, and immunization for the whole family’s medical needs. One of the primary reasons why the flu vaccine is important is its ability to prevent the said condition or illness. Vaccination helps to build your immunity against the virus, providing protection against infection. The flu vaccine contains inactivated or weakened strains of the influenza virus, allowing your body to recognize and develop defenses against it. By getting vaccinated, you and your family can significantly reduce your chances of contracting the flu. And even if you do contract the flu after being vaccinated, the vaccine can lessen the severity of your symptoms, shortening the duration of the flu, and reducing your risk of complications. Also, the flu vaccine plays an important role in reducing the spread of the influenza virus. The flu is highly contagious and can spread easily, especially in crowded places such as schools, workplaces, and public transportation. Vaccination helps to create what is known as “herd immunity”. When a seemingly large portion of a population is vaccinated, it will be harder for the virus to spread, protecting those who are unable to receive the vaccine due to various reasons, such as those who have allergies or have compromised immune systems. If we reduce the spread of the virus, the vaccinated population will be able to help protect those that cannot get the vaccine, such as children, the elderly, and those with underlying health conditions. It is important to note that influenza can be a potentially serious condition that may lead to hospitalization and even death. Receiving the flu vaccine can help prevent the illness, reduce its spread and also help the public’s health. By getting vaccinated, you do not only protect yourself but also your family’s health and those of others. At Doral Health and Wellness, our team of primary care physicians aims to provide the best health care and services to everyone. We have a family doctor that can help you schedule routine checkups and health screenings to ensure that you and your family are in your optimal health. We also offer other services, such as vaccinations and immunizations. For more information you can visit us at 1797 Pitkin Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11212 or call us at 1-347-384-5690. You can also visit our website at https://doralhw.org or contact us at info@doralhw.org if you have any queries. For urgent medical emergencies, you can also visit Doral Health and Wellness Urgent Care. We provide urgent care for common illnesses and injuries. Additionally, we also provide comprehensive care for any related injuries and health problems. We also offer other services, such as vaccinations, immunizations and blood testing. For more information you can visit us at 1797 Pitkin Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11212 or call us at 1-347-384-5690. Visit us at http://www.urgentcareclinicbrooklyn.com/.
Pain Below The Ribs: What Could It Be?
Have you experienced a stabbing pain in your upper abdomen? Or a slow dull ache just below your ribs? The pain can go away as quickly or can be steady. Depending on the cause of your pain, you may only feel discomfort on one side of your body and/or abdomen. Contact Doral Health and Wellness and talk to our primary care doctors if you need help diagnosing the underlying cause of your abdominal pain. They are the best doctors in Brooklyn, and they can help and work you with your condition. Doral Health and Wellness also has an urgent care facility that can provide you emergency medical assistance should you need one. Here are some of the most common cause of pain below your ribs: If, along with pain below your ribs, you have other symptoms such as chest pain, difficulty breathing and a pain that radiates to your jaw, face and arms, call 911 or go to an urgent facility immediately. Doral Health and Wellness can help you manage your pain and on how to better take care of your health. For more information you can visit us at 1797 Pitkin Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11212 or call us at 1-347-384-5690. You can also visit our website at https://doralhw.org or contact us at info@doralhw.org if you have any queries. For urgent medical emergencies, you can also visit Doral Health and Wellness Urgent Care. We provide urgent care for common illnesses and injuries. Additionally, we also provide comprehensive care for any related injuries and health problems. We also offer other services, such as vaccinations, immunizations and blood testing. For more information you can visit us at 1797 Pitkin Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11212 or call us at 1-347-384-5690. Visit us at http://www.urgentcareclinicbrooklyn.com/.
Managing Your Blood Pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is called the silent killer for a very good reason. High blood pressure is defined as the force of your blood pushing against the walls of your blood vessels is consistently high. It usually has no symptoms but can pose a major risk of many health issues such as heart disease and stroke. And these diseases are the leading cause of death in the United States. Contact Doral Health and Wellness and talk to our primary care doctors if you need help managing your blood pressure. They are the best doctors in Brooklyn, and they can help and work you with your condition. Doral Health and Wellness also has an urgent care facility that can provide you emergency medical assistance should you need one. There are effective ways to lower your blood pressure levels, and this may include: Support from family and friends can also help improve your health. Because if high blood pressure is left untreated, it can lead to a more serious health complications, such as stroke, heart attack, and kidney damage. At Doral Health and Wellness, we have a family doctor that can help you manage your blood pressure. For more information you can visit us at 1797 Pitkin Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11212 or call us at 1-347-384-5690. You can also visit our website at https://doralhw.org or contact us at info@doralhw.org if you have any queries. We have the best primary care doctor in Brooklyn to provide you the best comprehensive medical care and health care services. For urgent medical emergencies, you can also visit Doral Health and Wellness Urgent Care. We provide urgent care for common illnesses and injuries. Additionally, we also provide comprehensive care for any related injuries and health problems. We also offer other services, such as vaccinations, immunizations and blood testing. For more information you can visit us at 1797 Pitkin Avenue, Brooklyn, New York, 11212 or call us at 1-347-384-5690. Visit us at http://www.urgentcareclinicbrooklyn.com/.
Keeping an Asthma Attack at Bay
Having asthma needs knowing, if not all, at least most of your triggers. Starting with knowing what causes you to cough, wheeze and grasp for breath. Although there is no cure for asthma, there things that you can do in order to manage and keep it in control. At Doral Health and Wellness, we have the best primary care doctors and urgent care facilities for you and your whole family. They are the best doctors in Brooklyn, and they can help you manage and deal with you and your family’s health condition. We also offer different types of vaccination and immunization for the whole family’s medical needs. Take these precautions to help you keep your asthma in control and prevent you from having severe attacks. Identify your asthma triggers Keep tabs of what triggers your asthma so you can avoid them. Take time to create an asthma diary, make them as detailed as possible so you will know which ones to stay away from. Recognize the early signs of your asthma attack Asthma attack almost always occurs with warning signs. You should know how to tell the early signs and symptoms of your attack before it gets worse. Take your medicines at the earliest signs of your symptoms to prevent it from worsening. Avoid any type of smoke Smoke is one of the worst triggers for asthma. So limit exposure to any type of smoke as much as possible, especially tobacco, fire fumes, fireworks and even candles. Also, don’t allow anyone to smoke in your home or in your car. Stay away from allergens Having asthma means you need to stay away from allergens. Exposure to allergens will increase the inflammation in your airways, making an asthma attack more likely. Prevent developing colds Do whatever you can to prevent from having colds. Avoid contact with people who has colds and wash your hands regularly, having flu can make your asthma symptoms much more worse. Be up to date with your vaccinations Get vaccinations that will protect you from catching the flu virus. Flu can make your asthma attack way worse. Get a flu shot or vaccine every year. Be ready with your asthma action plan always There are factors that you cannot control. So always be ready with your “asthma kit”. Always bring your medications with you, even when you feel okay. Also, keep your inhaler with you at all times. Your action plan should also include on what to do during a case of worse attack. At Doral Health and Wellness, our team of primary care physicians aims to provide the best health care and services to everyone. We have a family doctor that can help you schedule routine checkups and health screenings to ensure that you and your family are in your optimal health. You can also visit our website at https://doralhw.org or contact us at info@doralhw.org if you have any queries. For urgent medical emergencies, you can visit Doral Health and Wellness Urgent Care. We provide urgent care for common illnesses and injuries. Additionally, we also provide comprehensive care for any related injuries and health problems. We also offer other services, such as vaccinations, immunizations and blood testing. For more info, visit us at http://www.urgentcareclinicbrooklyn.com/ or call at 1-347-384-5690. You can also visit our Pulmonary Center for asthma treatment. Call us at 1-347-384-5690 or visit our website athttps://pulmonologistbrooklyn.com.
Podiatry
Complete Foot and Ankle Care In order to see this specialist, please schedule an appointment 718-DORAL-55 Find an Urgent Care Center At Doral Health and Wellness we believe in providing state-of-the-art technology, courteous professionals, and a welcoming environment to help take care of your Foot and ankle injuries. Through a host of activities, therapeutic projects, and medical services, our brand-new facility is open to the New York Community members, primarily the East New York Brownsville community. Doral Health and Wellness was founded on the need to provide our communities with premier, trustworthy health services from ankle sprain to bunion surgery. Through a comprehensive approach towards wellness care, Doral delivers some of the highest quality healthcare for our community. With an emphasis on providing a welcoming facility, staff and caregivers are wholly dedicated to putting guest needs first. Our Services Ankle Pain & Sprain Arthritis Foot Uclers Gout Broken Toes Foot Pain Heel Spur Ingrown Toenail Bunion Surgery Plantar Fasciitis Reconstructive Surgery Diabetic Foot Care
Urology
Caring for our Men’s Health Doral Urology has been recognized as one of Brooklyn and Staten Island’s best Urology practices with its exceptional doctors and advanced care. 718-DORAL-55 Find an Urgent Care Center We Are Your Primary Source For Men’s Health NeedsIn Brooklyn And Staten Island In order to see this specialist, please schedule an appointment Our Mission We aim to provide compassionate and comprehensive care services to meet your unique needs. With us, you receive innovative services in a friendly environment. We are experts in the genitourinary tract, kidneys, urinary bladder, male reproductive system, adrenal glands, urethra, and much more. Urology Conditions Here are brief descriptions of the most common urologic procedures we perform in our Brooklyn and Staten Island urology clinics. Explore the topic areas, read the brief descriptions of the procedures, and click through to learn more specific information about these procedures. Our Brooklyn and Staten Island urologists are available to discuss these with you in more detail. Hematuria Hematuria, or blood in the urine, can be either gross (visible) or microscopic (blood cells only visible through a microscope). Prostate Cancer Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men after skin cancer. Risk factors include age, family history, ethnicity, and diet. PSA Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is a substance produced only by specific cells within the male prostate gland. Biochemically, it belongs to the protease family of kallikrein and is also known as human kallikrein 3 (hK3). Kidney Stones A kidney stone is a hard, crystalline mineral material formed within the kidney or urinary tract. Kidney stones are a common cause of blood in the urine (hematuria) and often severe pain in the abdomen, flank, or groin.
Pulmonology
An Unrivaled Pulmonary Clinic in The Heart of East New York Doral Health & Wellness Pulmonalogy experts offer comprehensive care for patients with lung issues. Our expert healthcare team includes pulmonary physicians, nurses, dieticians, social workers, tobacco cessation specialists, and respiratory therapists. Our clinic is equipped to care for a wide range of patients including the newly diagnosed, those who may have recently been discharged from the hospital and those interested in advanced therapies. 718-DORAL-55 Find an Urgent Care Center Pulmonary Experts In Brooklyn And Staten Island In order to see this specialist, please schedule an appointment Doral Health & Wellness Pulmonary Center offers the best possible expertise and care in all aspects of Pulmonology. With a combination of clinical excellence and a warm, friendly attitude, we offer consultation, reassurance, and treatment whether you have symptoms such as asthma, COPD, or more complex medical needs. We always make sure that our patients are involved in every step of the decision-making process. We avoid invasive tests and treatments when other options are available. We have access to state of the art advanced screening machines. Occupying a fully renovated building, Doral Health and Wellness is out-fitted with state-of-the-art medical equipment that includes a 20-bed dialysis suite, a 10-bed infusion suite, procedure rooms, and an outpatient surgical unit. Through a beautiful common area, exercise rooms, and a salon, our fantastic facility fosters an attractive and comfortable environment for community members, including senior citizens and diabetic patients. We are based within a Multi-Specialty Medical Facility in Brownsville, Brooklyn and Staten Island. By pooling our expertise within one practice, as part of a larger site and a network of trusted colleagues, we can give our patients the highest medical care standards and a holistic team approach for both diagnosis and treatment. Pulmonology Conditions Here are brief descriptions of the most common pulmonary procedures we perform in our Brooklyn and Staten Island Pulmonar clinics. Explore the topic areas, read the procedures’ brief descriptions, and click through to learn more specific information about these procedures. Our Brooklyn and Staten Island pulmonologists are available to discuss these with you in more detail. Pulmonary Embolism Pulmonary embolism (PE) describes a blockage of one of the pulmonary arteries by a blood clot that forms elsewhere in the body and travels to the lung. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease The cause of COPD is usually long term exposure to irritants that damage your lungs and airways. Lung Cancer Lung cancer is the number one cause of cancer deaths in both men and women in the U.S. and worldwide. Asthma Asthma is a clinical syndrome of chronic airway inflammation characterized by recurrent, reversible airway obstruction.
Pain Management
WE UNDERSTAND YOUR PAIN! At Doral Health & Wellness Pain Management Center, we know that successful intervention begins with a thorough assessment and accurate diagnosis. We specialize in creating individually tailored treatment plans to beat pain as quickly as possible. We are proud to work with the most advanced diagnostic tools and leave no stone unturned. Your evaluation process with us may include CT Scans, MRI scans, X-Rays, a full medical history done in house AND on the same day! In short, whatever it takes to get to the root of your symptoms. 718-DORAL-55 Find an Urgent Care Center Our Mission Doral Health & Wellness Pain Management aims to improve function, enabling individuals to work, attend school, or participate in other day-to-day activities. Patients and their physicians have several options for treating pain; some are more effective than others. Sometimes, relaxation and the use of imagery as a distraction provide relief. These methods can be powerful and effective. Whatever the treatment regime, it is essential to remember that pain is treatable. On this site, please find the most common conditions and their treatments. We are here to take the pain away, so call us today. Pain Management Procedures Here are brief descriptions of the most common pain management treatments we perform in our Brooklyn and Staten Island Pain Management clinics. Explore the topic areas, read the brief descriptions of the procedures, and click through to learn more specific information about these procedures. Our Brooklyn and Staten Island Pain experts are available to discuss these with you in more detail. Facet Blocks The Facet Block (or Medial Branch Block) procedure is performed to determine whether a facet joint is a source of pain or as a means of pain relief. Exosomes Exosomes are extracellular vesicles. They are believed to aid in cell-cell communication and transmission of disease states. Selective Nerve Root Blocks Nerve roots are attached to the spinal cord and travel out of each spinal column’s side at every spinal level. They carry signals throughout the body from the skin to the muscles. Radiofrequency Lesioning Radiofrequency Lesioning is a procedure in which a nerve tissue section is heated to cause a long-lasting interruption in pain signals. Back Pain To understand various causes of low back pain, it is important to appreciate this area’s tissues’ standard design (anatomy). Hip Pain The hip joint is where the ball of the thigh bone (femur) joins the pelvis at a socket called the acetabulum. Pain Management Conditions Here are brief descriptions of the most common pain management conditions we treat in our Brooklyn and Staten Island Pain Management clinics. Explore the topic areas, read the brief descriptions, and click through to learn more specific information about their symptoms and the available treatments. Our Brooklyn and Staten Island Pain experts are available to discuss these with you in more detail. Knee Pain Pain is a common knee problem that can originate in any of the bony structures compromising the knee joint, the kneecap, or the ligaments, tendons, and cartilage of the knee. Neck Pain Pain located in the neck is a common medical condition. Neck pain can come from several disorders and diseases and involve any of the tissues in the neck
Ophthalmology
Quality Eye Care Services Ophthalmology specializes in the diagnosis and management of eye conditions. At Doral Health & Wellness Ophthalmology Center, our ophthalmology service focuses on taking a holistic approach to eye care, offering you a greater understanding of the eye’s anatomy, physiology, and diseases. Our consultants treat a wide range of ophthalmic problems — from common eye conditions such as cataracts, squints to diabetic eye disease. We have the expertise needed to carry out advanced treatments for a range of eye conditions. 718-DORAL-55 Find an Urgent Care Center Ophthalmology Experts In Brooklyn And Staten Island In order to see this specialist, please schedule an appointment Doral Health and Wellness Ophthalmology Center is dedicated to the diagnosis and management of eye diseases. The Center was founded on providing members of the Brooklyn and Staten Island Community, specifically the East New York Community, with premier, trustworthy eyes health services. Through a comprehensive and progressive approach to eye care services and treatment towards wellness care, Doral delivers some of the highest quality healthcare for our community. With an emphasis on providing a welcoming facility, staff and caregivers are wholly dedicated to putting guest needs first. Occupying a fully renovated building, Doral Health and Wellness is outfitted with state-of-the-art medical equipment that includes a 20-bed dialysis suite, a 10-bed infusion suite, procedure rooms, and an outpatient surgical unit. Through a beautiful common area, exercise rooms, and a salon, our fantastic facility fosters an attractive and comfortable environment for community members, including senior citizens and diabetic patients. As Ophthalmologist experts in Brooklyn and Staten Island, New York, we are dedicated to providing the best forward-looking practice using hi-tech diagnostic equipment. We listen to each patient as a priority while also caring for our patients’ physical and wellness needs. Our staff comprises well-trained professionals who work together to bring you the highest healthcare quality in a warm, loving, and compassionate environment. We are the best Ophthalmologists Brooklyn and Staten Island, New York has to offer. Our Procedures Cataract Surgery Laser Peripheral Iridotomy Pterygium Surgery SLT Therapy Styes and Chalazia Tear Drainage YAG Capsulotomy Avastin Injection PRP Laser
