Health problems and medical specialists

Health problems

People suffer from different types of health problems and it goes without saying that each health disorder requires particular health care. In fact, it is important to consult the appropriate medical specialist so that you can get an efficient diagnosis.

Here is a list of 15 common health problems (common health diseases) along with the right medical specialists.

• Blurry eyesight

If you suffer from blurry eyesight, you need to visit an ophthalmologist/optometrist.

• Skin rash

If you have a skin rash, you should see a dermatologist.

• Chronic depression

If you suffer from chronic depression, you need to visit a psychoanalyst.

• Toothache

If you have got a toothache, you ought to see a dentist.

• Dyspepsia

If you suffer from dyspepsia (indigestion), you must see a gastroenterologist.

• Heart disease

If you have got a heart disease, you ought to see a cardiologist.

• Nervous system

 Disorder of the nervous system ⇒ a neurologist

• Mental and emotional diseases

Mental and emotional diseases ⇒ a psychiatrist/psychoanalyst

• Diseases of the female reproductive system and genital tract

Diseases of the female reproductive system and genital tract ⇒ a gynaecologist (British spelling)/ gynecologist (American spelling)

• Diseases of the blood

Diseases of the blood ⇒ a hematologist

• Pregnancy and childbirth

Women during pregnancy and childbirth  ⇒ an obstetrician 

• Urinary system

Urinary system ⇒ a urologist

• Diseases of joints and muscles

Diseases of joints and muscles (rheumatism…) ⇒  a rheumatologist

• Diseases of the ear, nose, and throat

Diseases of the ear, nose, and throat ⇒ an otolaryngologist/otorhinolaryngologist

• Infants, toddlers, and children

Infants, toddlers, and children should be treated by a pediatrician.

Here is an interesting video on health problems/health issues globally. 

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