If you have a cough or other symptoms of a cold, please complete the FREE online patient interview (OPI) so we may better understand your problem. At the end, we will tell you if you need a prescription or evaluation by one of our SmartDocMDs.
Based on your online interview you may have a SINUS INFECTION. This can be caused by many things, but a VIRUS seems most likely.
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These sorts of sinus infections are usually treated with:
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We will ask you just a few more quick questions. Then, one of our board certified SmartDocMDs will review your history and provide a personalized diagnosis and treatment plan, typically within 30 minutes. This will include prescription medications as necessary, details about your potential condition, expectations, recommendations for treatment, tips for prevention, along with a doctor’s note for excuse from work/school.
Based on your online interview you may have a SINUS INFECTION. This can be caused by many things, but a BACTERIA seems most likely. Also, you appear to have several of these infections every year. This would put you in the category of having “recurrent” or repeat sinus infections.
Based on your online interview you may have a SINUS INFECTION. This can be caused by many things, but a BACTERIA seems most likely.
Based on your online interview you may have a COLD. This is also known as an UPPER RESPIRATORY INFECTION. This can be caused by many things, but a VIRUS sounds most likely.
These sorts of upper respiratory infections are usually treated with:
Based on your current described symptoms you meet criteria for having an acute sinus infection with a possible developing complication. It is recommended that you seek medical help immediately from your local emergency room or urgent care facility. Failure to do so could result in serious side effects such as meningitis, eye infections or abscesses, blindness and even death.
Based on your current described symptoms you meet criteria for a SUBACUTE or CHRONIC sinus infection. These types of infections are best treated by a physician who is specialized in Otolaryngology or Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT). We recommend you contact your primary care physician to obtain a referral or call an ENT directly if you know of one. Failure to do so could result in chronic issues with sinus problems and complications of such.
Based on your current described symptoms there is concern for the length of your hoarseness or voice changes. Given the amount of time you have had symptoms we recommend you see a medical professional to better evaluate your voice changes.
Based on your current described symptoms there is concern for a complication associated with your cough. Individuals who have had a cough for longer than 3 weeks, are having trouble catching their breath, vomiting as a result of coughing, or are cough up blood or red colored spit/sputum NEED to see a doctor. We recommend you visit a health care provider as soon as possible for your cough.
Based on your current described symptoms there is a possibility your cough may be due to acid reflux disease or “laryngopharyngeal reflux.” This common diagnosis can occur without heartburn or indigestion. We recommend you contact a health care provider to better diagnosis and treat it. Please visit a health care provider at your earliest convenience.
Based on your current described symptoms, you may be having a problem with your teeth or dentition. You should see a dentist to evaluate for a possible dental infection at your earliest convenience.
Based on your current described symptoms there is concern for a “strep throat” infection or a complication of a strep throat infection. Individuals at risk of strep throat need to be seen by a health care provider for further evaluation. They may perform a throat swab or culture. This is a condition caused by a type of bacteria (Streptococcus) and rarely can lead to further complications including kidney damage and abdominal problems if left untreated. We recommend you schedule a visit with a health care provider at your earliest convenience.
You have other symptoms that are not consistent with a simple cold or upper respiratory viral infection – including nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain, or body aches/joint pain. We recommend you contact a health care provider to follow up on these symptoms at your earliest convenience.
Based on your current described symptoms you may have a potential developing severe condition. Concerning symptoms include nasal bleeding, fever above 102 degrees F, difficulty breathing through the mouth, swelling of face/eyes, difficulty with vision, severe neck pain, light intolerance, redness around skins of face/eyes, or a protruding eye. It is recommended that you seek medical help immediately from your primary care physician, local emergency room or urgent care facility. Failure to do so could result in serious side effects such as breathing problems, meningitis, eye infections or abscesses, blindness and even death.
Based on your current described symptoms there is a possibility that environmental allergies may be contributing. This is often called “hay fever,” and can include allergic nasal inflammation. We recommend you follow up with a medical professional for any of the following symptoms: watery eyes, sneezing, scratchy or itchy eyes or throat, runny nose, nose congestion.
Based on your interview, you have a fever that is concerning. The duration, intensity or other factors are concerning for a potentially severe illness. We recommend you see a health care provider at your earliest convenience. If you notice you are losing consciousness, feeling lightheaded or feel like you are going to “pass out,” you should get medical help as soon as possible. This might include going to the Emergency Room or Urgent Care or even calling 9-1-1.
YOUR ANSWERS ARE CONCERNING FOR CORONAVIRUS or COVID-19: Please contact a health care provider to be evaluated for the novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. Your answers to the interview indicate you were recently in an area or had close contact with someone known to have the novel coronavirus. You also described symptoms that are common in this disease. Please contact a health care professional as soon as possible to better evaluate your condition and determine if you need testing or care.
Your answers to the interview indicate you have ear discomfort that should be further evaluated. We recommend you follow up with a medical professional for the symptoms you described of ear pain, pressure, or discomfort.
Based on your interview answers there are also concerns with the frequency with which you have cold type symptoms. Please also make a follow up visit to a health care provider. The number of times you get the above symptoms per year needs further evaluation.
Due to your underlying chronic lung condition we recommend you follow up with a physician or health care provider in the next week. There may be complications with your associated condition that could put you at risk for more severe problems. A visit with a care provider is essential to make sure you are healthy.
Based on your description or risk factors associated with your cough we believe you need to be evaluated by a health care provider for pertussis or “whooping cough.” This cough is caused by bacteria and easily contagious. The disease can spread to family members, especially children, putting their health at risk. We recommend you see a health care provider in person to better diagnose and treat your condition.
Unfortunately, based on your currently described signs and symptoms we are unable to diagnose you with a cold or upper respiratory illness (URI). We recommend you follow up with your healthcare provider to better diagnose your problems. If you have noticed your symptoms lasting for longer than a month you may have chronic entities. If you notice your symptoms persisting or worsening over the next few hours or days we recommend obtaining more urgent evaluation in contacting a healthcare provider in your area.
Based on your online interview there is no clear diagnosis at this time. The good news is we have board certified doctors, our SmartDocMDs, who can figure out your problem in 30 minutes or less.
To get a better idea of your medical background our SmartDocMD’s will need you to answer a few more questions prior to offering you a diagnosis and treatment.
You meet criteria for a bacterial sinus infection. Unfortunately we are unable to prescribe medications for you due to other medical conditions or problems you have indicated. We recommend you should follow up with a health care provider for evaluation and prescription of medications that may require specific dosing and avoidance of certain antibiotic drugs.
You meet criteria for a bacterial sinus infection. Unfortunately we are unable to prescribe medications for you due to multiple intolerances or allergies to medications. We recommend you follow up with a health care provider for evaluation and prescription of medications that may require specific dosing and avoidance of certain antibiotic drugs.
Your answers to the online patient interview will be sent real-time to a US licensed and certified doctor who will evaluate your condition. You will receive an individualized diagnosis and treatment plan, including prescriptions as necessary within 5-30 minutes. During off-hours this time may be longer. PLEASE NOTE, CURRENTLY WE CAN ONLY TREAT PATIENTS IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: CALIFORNIA, FLORIDA, MONTANA, NEW YORK, WASHINGTON. If you are not physically present in one of these states please stop here.
