Play Doctor at Home and Save Time and Money: 6 Ailments, Issues, and Medical Problems you can Treat on your Own at Home

doctorThere are many problems and medical conditions that we must rely on doctors and proper medication to treat. However, the fact is that we often overreact to rather common problems. We end up seeking out someone with a medical degree when we can in fact treat our problem right in the comfort of our home.

Here are 6 common ailments and conditions that you don’t need to be an expert to figure out and treat. So jot down these notes and the next time you are feeling under the weather play doctor on yourself. It can save time, money, and even embarrassment.

How to Treat Muscle Aches at Home

If you are dealing with irritating muscle aches then do your best to apply ice within the first 24 hours of feeling the pain. After the first 24 hours you can seek out relief through a heating pad or even a hot bath. If the pain continues then try throwing back an anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen around every 6 hours. Keep your health card in your wallet and treat yourself and the pain should subside within a day or two. There is no need to spend hours in emerg or trot into the walk-in clinic unless the pain continues for more than a few days.

sunburnHow to Treat a Sunburn at Home

With a sunburn your best friend may also be an anti-inflammatory painkiller. An anti-inflammatory can soothe that feeling of tenderness and then you can opt to use an aloe moisturizer or cortisone cream along with cold compresses. Whatever you do avoid picking or peeling the skin. When your skin starts to peel that is your body’s natural way of healing a sunburn, so you are better off to leave it and let your body do its thing.

How to Treat Diarrhea at Home

The key to fighting diarrhea is fluids.  Drink plenty of water whenever you can to replace the fluids you are losing and stick to bland food such as toast and rice for a day or two. There are a number of anti-diarrhea meds you can find over the counter as well, or even make some remedies at home from fruits such as figs. If your diarrhea continues and does not stop within a few days then it is time to seek out a doctor’s advice.

How to Treat a Bad Cut at Home

A deep cut should always be treated at a hospital when you can, but a bad cut can often be treated at home. You can stop the bleeding through firm pressure applied with a cloth and then flush the wound with cold water. Do not use soap as it will irritate the wound and after be sure to dry the wound thoroughly. Once the wound is clean you can apply an antibiotic cream and then cover it with a bandage and you are good to go about your day.

feverHow to Treat a Fever at Home

Ibuprofen or acetaminophen can go a long way to bringing down your fever. You should also chug back as much fluid as you can throughout the day in order to hydrate your immune system. If your temperature continues to rise and escalates over 101 then it is probably time to crawl your way to an MD.

How to Treat a Yeast Infection on your Own

The hardest part for many women when it comes to treating a yeast infection is identifying that they have one. If you notice your vulva itching or burning, and there tends to be a clumpy discharge, then you have a yeast infection. Head over to the pharmacy and pick up an anti-yeast treatment. That will probably clear the problem within just a few days but if it doesn’t you should book an appointment with your gyno.

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