Sitting in a clinic with a sore throat or feeling unwell really isn’t anyone’s definition of comfort.
You can get medical advice through telehealth without going out of the house. So, quite a convenient way to handle minor infections and keep your immune system strong!
With remote health, you get the help required while reducing exposure to other infections found in health care settings.
What Infections Can Be Treated Via Telehealth?
Most common infections could easily be checked and treated remotely through telehealth, such as basic respiratory or urinary tract infections, common skin conditions, or simple stomach bugs.
The provider can assess the symptoms and history through teleconferencing and may often identify patterns and visual signs with the help of video.
If you’re unsure about strep throat symptoms or their contagiousness, a virtual consult can assist you in determining if you need testing or care at home!
Early Home-Based Intervention
A telemedical consultation is very effective at the ‘first onset of symptoms’ like cough, sore throat, and low-grade fever.
It will allow quick consultation, early diagnosis, and timely follow-up, thus averting complications.
Particularly convenient for those seeking timely healthcare without added risk!
Supporting Your Immune System Virtually
Personalized Advice
Sleep, diet, stress, and many others are those that contribute to your immunity.
All these will be discussed through telehealth visits regarding your health.
Whether changing diet, sleep hygiene or sleep, supplements and stress management, our provider can advise on what is best to be done.
Consistent Monitoring
Virtual visits over months can help you track your progress. This ongoing connection is valuable for those with:
- Recurring infections
- Ongoing health issues
- Anyone trying to avoid unnecessary clinic visits
Virtual or In-Person Care: Which Should I Opt For?
When to Seek In-Person Help
Telehealth can be very effective, but some symptoms do require immediate hands-on evaluation such as persistent high fevers, and, for that matter, chest pain, as well as severe difficulty breathing and dehydration.
This should be treated at a clinic or ER.
When Telehealth Fits
For conditions presenting with mild or moderate symptoms like sore throat, mild cough, or skin condition, then telehealth would usually suffice.
Providers can prescribe medicine virtually, give care advice virtually, and set follow-ups virtually.
Managing Chronic Illness and Immunity
Diabetes and Infection
For people with diabetes, watching out for signs of infection is a common part of life.
Telehealth eliminates the added exposure of travel to the office for multiple visits and provides a provider with the ability to analyze your readings and make changes to your care on the spot.
Autoimmune Conditions
Autoimmune disorders may make it hard for your body to fight infection.
With regular virtual checkups, your doctor can make any necessary medication adjustments and closely monitor your symptoms without you needing to travel to receive care.
Benefits of Telehealth for Infection Control
Reducing Transmission
Treating infections at home will reduce the spread to others. Telehealth also ensures that you do not pick up any other disease while your immune system is healing.
Making Care Accessible
Telehealth’s convenience makes it easier to seek help, follow up, and stick to treatment plans. This usually means improved outcomes for infection control and management.
Looking Ahead
Telehealth is becoming very personalized. Digital platforms integrate with health devices so providers can monitor your symptoms and vitals.
Your Next Steps
Having healthcare reach you where you are makes it easier to get infections treated and to strengthen your immunity.
Virtual health is a way to stay on top of your health, get quick advice and resolve issues before they become problems.
Wade’s Care First is here to help you manage chronic health problems or infections with telehealth.
We can answer your questions, develop a care plan, and help you, without the inconvenience of a waiting room.
Contact us today to learn how accessible virtual healthcare can be.
Wade’s Care First has same-day appointments in Indiana, Florida, NY, and Arizona, so you can always get care fast in one of these states.
FAQs
How can chronic disease be best managed through telehealth?
Frequent virtual visits, medication management and secure communication with your provider.
What are the 5 ways to control infection?
- Hand washing
- Covering coughs
- Wound care
- Never sharing personal items
- Staying home when you are ill
How can we best keep infectious diseases from spreading in a healthcare setting?
- Strong hand hygiene
- Proper protective equipment
- Ventilation
- Isolation as needed
- Ongoing staff training
How can telehealth work best for our patients?
By providing quick and convenient access to treatment, follow-ups, and support throughout the treatment process.
