Swelling
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Do you have swelling that has not gone away and you do not know what has caused it?
See significance of swelling that does not go away if you need information to help you answer the question below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Do you have swelling that has not gone away after 2 weeks and you do not know what has caused it?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: December 12, 2006 |
| Medical Review: | Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine | |
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