General Medicine

What is General Medicine?

General medicine refers to a branch of medicine dealing with diagnosis and treatment (non-surgical) of diseases of the internal organs. General medicine can be considered the first line of defense when it comes to medical diagnosis and treatment.

Medical Conditions Treated Under General Medicine

A general medicine practitioner can treat all medical conditions that do not require surgery. A GP can prescribe medicine for conditions that affect the cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, endocrine, or hematological systems. Some of the conditions that a general practitioner may treat include-

Cardiovascular system

Ischaemic heart disease (angina, heart attack)
Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Gastrointestinal system

Gastroenteritis
Liver disease

Respiratory system

Asthma
Lung fibrosis
Pneumonia
Emphysema or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Hematological

Anemia

Neurological system

Dementia
Epilepsy (seizures)
Cerebrovascular accident (strokes)

Endocrinological

Diabetes
Pituitary disease
Thyroid disease

Who is a General Practitioner?

A doctor who practices general medicine is known as a general practitioner or general physician (GP). These medical specialists treat both adults as well as kids and are the first ones to receive a patient visit in case of any illness. It is the general practitioner who recommends patients go for further diagnosis and meet a specialist if he/she suspects a severe disease.

What to Expect at a GP Appointment?

On your visit to your general physician, you will be asked about your current condition and the symptoms you have been facing. The doctor will ask several questions related to your present condition and symptoms.

The doctor may also carry out a physical examination to determine the underlying cause of the illness. Your vitals and temperature may be checked as well. After a thorough examination, the GP will decide the mode of treatment for you. The doctor may also prescribe you some medication or ask you to undergo certain diagnostic tests to ensure proper diagnosis. Depending on your condition, you may be asked to visit on the next scheduled appointment.

Department of General Medicine at Apollo Hospitals

The Department of General Medicine at the Apollo Hospital is managed by a competent group of medical practitioners and consultants. The department has been exclusively designed for the early detection and diagnosis of lifestyle disorders, such as metabolic syndrome, diabetes, hypertension, etc. The doctors are available round the clock to assist patients and ensure their well-being.

If you need to visit a general practitioner, consider visiting Apollo Hospitals.

You can request an appointment at Apollo Hospitals

by calling 1860 500 2244.

References

https://www.longdom.org/general-medicine.html

https://healthengine.com.au/info/general-medicine

What is the general medicine department?

Department of general medicine is where people come with their health issues. People of all ages, including children, can consult doctors in the general medicine department. After a diagnosis here, the patient may be referred to another department for further treatment and diagnosis.

What is the difference between a general physician and an internal medicine doctor?

An internist, also known as an internal medicine doctor, is a doctor who specializes in internal medicine. Internal medicine is a branch mainly concerned with the prevention, detection, and treatment of injury and illness. It is important to remember that an internal medicine doctor specializes in taking care of adults within the scope of general medicine, while they may have further experience in specialties, such as infectious diseases.
On the other hand, a general practitioner is a doctor who deals in various diseases that do not require surgery. General practitioners are trained and qualified to treat people of all ages. This covers adults, juveniles, and infant care. General practitioners may opt for a specialization in family medicine, treating patients of all ages and genders.

What does a general medicine doctor do?

A general medicine doctor or a general practitioner is a doctor specializing in treating all kinds of diseases that do not require surgical intervention. A general practitioner can diagnose and treat general health problems varying from the common cold, cough, nausea to chronic diseases, such as jaundice, cholera, typhoid, etc.

When should you see a GP?

You can visit a general practitioner if you face health issues. It could be a common cold, fever, body ache, etc. Your GP will assess your health and prescribe medicines after careful examination. In some cases, certain diagnostic tests may also be prescribed.