When Students Should Head to the Doctor
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Many students (and adults alike) tend to ignore the symptoms of a cold, hoping that it will go away on it's own. In many cases, especially if it's caused by a virus, there is little the doctor can do anyway and rest, healthy foods and hydration will help your body to take care of the cold. Yet there are times when symptoms shouldn't be ignored and students should make a trip to the doctor, even if it interrupts class or study time. If you're feeling under the weather, here are some signs you need to head to your college medical facility.
You have a high fever. Fevers are a sign that your body is trying to fight off illness but when they elevate body temps into triple digits students should start to worry. Anytime your fever is over 104 or over 102 for more than two days you need to see a doctor.
You have difficulty breathing or chest pain. Aside from the stuffiness caused by congestion, your average cold or flu shouldn't make it hard for you to breathe or cause any kind of chest pain. This could be a sign of something more serious, so consult a doctor as soon as possible.
You have had a persistent cough for more than two weeks. If a cough doesn't start to get better on its own, it's time to seek medical help. You may have bronchitis or effects from allergies or asthma that medication can easily help to treat.
You are unable to keep even fluids down. Your body needs water to survive, especially when it's trying to fight off a bacteria or virus. If you cannot keep water in your system, you need to visit a doctor so an IV can be administered. The effects of dehydration can be severe, so don't wait to seek out help.
Your cold just won't go away. Why suffer for months on end? If you can't seem to get over a sickness, visit a doctor. He or she may be able to provide you with medications that will fight off the germs causing the problem, or figure out if there is something else at play besides a cold.
It's true that many colds will go away on their own, but some could transform into something much worse if left alone so its essential that students be on the lookout for signs of trouble early on. That way, medications and treatments can be prescribed and students can get back to looking and feeling good.
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