Where to Go When You're Sick

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Not sure where to go when you're sick or have a health concern? 

This quick guide will help you decide whether to contact your Primary Care Provider (PCP), go to Urgent Care, or visit the Emergency Department (ED).

Need After Hours Support?

Contact our on-call provider after business hours by dialing: 410-837-2050

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Serious Life-Threatening Issues

Call 9-1-1 or go to the ED right away if you or someone else has:

  • Chest pain or trouble breathing
  • Severe stomach pain or continuing vomiting
  • Broken bones or dislocated joints
  • Deep cuts, major burns, or heavy bleeding
  • Suicidal thoughts or self-harm
  • Signs of a stroke or seizure
  • Severe allergic reactions
  • Head or eye injuries
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Coughing or vomiting blood
  • Drug overdose or poisoning
  • Injuries from domestic violence or sexual assault
  • Babies needing immediate care
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Urgent but Not Life-Threatening Issues

Did You Know?
Chase Brexton can see you for many urgent issues with a same-day appointment! Call: 410-837-2050.

Go to urgent care for issues like:

  • Sprains or strains
  • Minor burns or rashes
  • Minor cuts that may need stitches
  • Mild allergic reactions or asthma symptoms
  • Painful or frequent urination
  • Abscesses, blisters, or minor skin infections
  • Nausea, vomiting, or dehydration
  • Chest & sinus congestion, coughing, & flu/cold symptoms
  • Fever & body aches
  • Insect or animal bites
  • Minor fractures & injuries that need to be seen with an X-ray
  • Minor car accident or workers' comp injuries

 

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Everyday Healthcare

See your Primary Care Provider for things like:

  • Annual wellness exams
  • Routine checkups & screenings Follow-up visits
  • General medical questions
  • Medication concerns & refills Immunizations
  • Managing chronic conditions like asthma, diabetes, or hypertension
  • Fever, nausea, vomiting, coughs, rashes, & more
Did You Know?
You can ask your provider questions or advice through the patient portal! Go to your messages section of the portal to begin. 
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Know Where to Go Guide

It can be confusing to know where to go for what healthcare!