When Should You See an Internal Medicine Specialist?
During a specialist consultation, our patients have the opportunity to discuss, investigate, and receive treatment for internal organ, internal medicine, and other health concerns. Our internal medicine specialists conduct a comprehensive physical examination, which may include an ECG test and its evaluation, as well as blood sugar measurement, blood pressure monitoring, weight measurement, and body size assessment if necessary.
Visiting an internal medicine specialist is recommended when symptoms are unclear, and you are unsure of their origin. Since internal medicine specialists examine the body as a whole, the consultation is comprehensive. You will first be asked about your current symptoms, previous illnesses, and any hereditary health conditions within your family.
Consult an Internal Medicine Specialist for the Following Conditions or Situations:
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Cardiovascular diseases, arterial narrowing
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High blood pressure (hypertension), heart failure and its complications, endocrine disorders (diseases of the endocrine glands), diabetes and its complications, blood sugar regulation, metabolic diseases and their treatment
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If you have no symptoms but wish to undergo a general examination for preventive health care
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If you experience symptoms without a known cause
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Fatigue, weakness, dizziness, headaches
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Chest pain, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, exhaustion
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Abdominal pain, digestive issues, nausea
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Swelling in the legs
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Family history of hereditary diseases
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Unexplained weight changes (weight gain or loss) and need to identify the cause
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If you need to start new medications and require organ function checks (e.g., liver, kidney function)
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Routine laboratory tests (recommended annually)
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Assistance in interpreting test results: discussion of laboratory results, imaging tests, and answering questions
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Blood pressure monitoring, blood pressure management
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Blood sugar log review (PrivátDoktor Telemedicine), blood sugar regulation (including insulin-dependent diabetes)
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Prescription renewals
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Frequently Asked Questions
What symptoms should I see an internal medicine specialist for?
An internal medicine consultation may be recommended for symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, dizziness, headache, abdominal complaints, chest symptoms, leg swelling, blood pressure or blood sugar problems, and unexplained weight changes.
Should I see an internal medicine specialist even if I do not know what is causing my symptoms?
Yes. One of the main advantages of internal medicine is its comprehensive approach. The specialist can help identify which direction further examinations or investigations should take.
What should I bring to an internal medicine consultation?
Please bring your previous laboratory results, outpatient reports, hospital discharge summaries, imaging results, and a list of any medications you take regularly.
Can I see an internal medicine specialist to discuss my test results?
Yes. During an internal medicine consultation, laboratory results, imaging findings, and previous medical documents can be reviewed and discussed.
Is it possible to have a general check-up even if I have no symptoms?
Yes. An internal medicine consultation can also be useful without specific symptoms, for example for a general health assessment, annual check-up, or preventive examination.
What examinations may be included in an internal medicine consultation?
The consultation may include a physical examination and, if necessary, blood pressure measurement, blood sugar measurement, weight and body measurements, as well as an ECG examination and its evaluation.
Can an internal medicine specialist help if I have difficulty losing weight?
Yes. Difficulty losing weight may be related not only to lifestyle factors, but also to metabolic abnormalities, blood sugar problems, insulin resistance, or other internal medicine-related conditions. An internal medicine evaluation may help identify these factors and support a more personalised approach to weight management.