Do I Need to Go to A&E for Symptoms?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around whether the original poster should seek immediate medical attention for a range of concerning symptoms, including a persistent headache, neck and jaw pain, nausea, blurred vision, and other unusual sensations. The context includes personal health concerns and the challenges of accessing medical care due to timing and weather conditions.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • The original poster describes symptoms that have persisted for two months, including headaches, migraines, neck and jaw pain, nausea, blurred vision, and unusual sensations in their veins.
  • Some participants express concern that the symptoms could indicate serious conditions, such as a heart attack or meningitis, urging the poster to seek medical attention promptly.
  • Others suggest that the symptoms could be related to migraines or eyestrain, indicating a range of possible explanations without certainty.
  • One participant recommends contacting NHS Direct for guidance on whether to seek immediate care, noting that their advice can be reliable.
  • The original poster considers delaying a visit to the doctor due to logistical challenges, prompting further responses about the urgency of their situation.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that the symptoms are concerning and that medical attention is advisable, but there is no consensus on the urgency or specific course of action. Some emphasize immediate care, while others acknowledge the original poster's circumstances and suggest alternatives.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects a variety of interpretations of the symptoms presented, with no definitive conclusions reached regarding the underlying cause or necessary actions. The urgency of seeking medical attention is debated in light of personal circumstances.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals experiencing similar symptoms or those interested in discussions about health-related decision-making in the context of personal circumstances may find this thread relevant.

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i know u don't give medical advice but i just wanted to know if my symptoms are strong enough to go to a&e coz doctors are closed today

i have a headache which has lasted about 2 months, every now and again i get severe migranes and this pain is not like that it's more weird.
my jaw and neck hurts too, and i feel nauseous, and recentely my vision has become blurred
and i know tis sounds crazy but my viens hurt too... or atleast i think it's my veins
pain worsens at night time and wakes me up

i've typed what I'm feeling in google but I'm not getting any answers
 
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Get to a doctor as soon as you can. You seem to have a lot of stuff going on, but pain in the neck and jaw can be signs of a heart attack.
 
im only 21
 
Age does not matter, see your doctor as soon as possible.
 
auser said:
im only 21
Age doesn't matter, you could have been born with a problem that is just now getting serious, you could have gotten an infection in the past which is now causing problems.

Go to the doctor.
 
im going to leave it till tuesday 3 days, coz tomorrow is sunday and the doctors are closed and it's snowing on monday and i don't want to take out my newborn in these conditions... do think that's ok?
 
auser said:
im going to leave it till tuesday 3 days, coz tomorrow is sunday and the doctors are closed and it's snowing on monday and i don't want to take out my newborn in these conditions... do think that's ok?
No. Get some medical attention.
 
auser said:
i know u don't give medical advice but i just wanted to know if my symptoms are strong enough to go to a&e coz doctors are closed today

i have a headache which has lasted about 2 months, every now and again i get severe migranes and this pain is not like that it's more weird.
my jaw and neck hurts too, and i feel nauseous, and recentely my vision has become blurred
and i know tis sounds crazy but my viens hurt too... or atleast i think it's my veins
pain worsens at night time and wakes me up

i've typed what I'm feeling in google but I'm not getting any answers

Call NHS direct: 0845 4647. They are very good, and will advise you whether you need to seek medical attention, or whether it can wait until Tuesday. (I'd guess you shouldn't wait, since your symptoms sound serious.. but then I'm not a doctor).

By the way, I'm guessing you're from the UK based on your use of the term "a&e".. if you're not from the UK, then there may be a similar service in your country.
 
ok thanks i will do, i'll call nhs direct, i didn't think of that...
and yes i am from the uk
 
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It could simply be migraines caused by eyestrain, it could be anything, migraines have odd symptoms. NHS direct have advice up to the level of Dr and even beyond so that should be your first port of call. You can check out their website on line too.

http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/

Pain when moving head up and down could be meningitis but this sounds unlikely.
 
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temporal arteritis... I'm healthy and only 22 - now... wow!
 
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I'm glad you've had it checked it out, you should never neglect a persistent headache.

It was probably not a diagnosis you expected, I hope you feel better soon.
 

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