General physician
A general physician (family doctor or internal medicine doctor) is the first doctor to see for most health problems in adults. They diagnose and treat common illnesses, manage long-term conditions and refer you to a specialist when needed.
Educational information only, not medical advice. Always ask a qualified doctor about your own health. In an emergency call 112 (India) or 911 (US). Disclaimer.
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Severe Dengue: Warning Signs and When to Go to Hospital
Dengue can turn severe just as the fever goes down. This article explains the warning signs, who is at risk and why early medical care matters.
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026General physicianFlu Vaccine: Why It Matters and Who Should Get It
The CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine for nearly everyone aged 6 months and older. This guide explains what vaccination can and cannot do.
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026General physicianDengue Fever: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Prevention
Dengue spreads through Aedes mosquitoes and causes high fever and body pain. This guide covers symptoms, tests, care and prevention based on WHO and CDC pages.
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026General physicianFlu (Influenza): Symptoms, Self-Care and When to Get Help
Flu is a viral illness that starts suddenly with fever, aches and tiredness. This guide covers symptoms, home care, who is at higher risk and emergency warning signs.
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026General physicianCommon Cold: Symptoms, How Long It Lasts and Self-Care
A cold is a mild viral infection that usually gets better in 1 to 2 weeks. This guide covers symptoms, self-care, spread and when to see a doctor.
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026General physicianCough: Common Causes and When to See a Doctor
Most coughs come from colds and flu and settle on their own within a few weeks. This guide covers causes, self-care and the warning signs that need a doctor.
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026General physicianFever in Adults: What It Means and When to See a Doctor
A fever is a raised body temperature, usually a sign that your body is fighting something such as an infection. This guide explains how to check it, how to look after yourself, an…
4 min read · 19 Oct 2026General physicianCold or Flu? How to Tell the Difference
Colds and flu share some symptoms but differ in speed and severity. This guide explains the signs that point one way or the other and when to get help.
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026