A vacation is meant to be a fun and exciting way to get away from the stress of daily life. Your next vacation may be a long-awaited recharge you need to catch up on sleep or spend quality time with your family. Unfortunately, vacations can also serve as a moment when you are most vulnerable to certain travel-related health problems.
Our virtual walk-in clinic will provide valuable insights regarding travelling abroad. In this blog, you will learn what illnesses you can get from traveling and how to deal with sickness when traveling.
Talk to your family physician before traveling.
Before your next vacation, it is always a good idea to check in with your family doctor. It is essential to ensure you are physically healthy enough to travel, especially if you are traveling internationally. The last thing you want to happen is to be ready to relax and get sick while on a remote island. You may even want to consult with a doctor online or ask questions to ensure your health is 100 percent.
How do you avoid getting sick when traveling?
Even if your doctor says you are fit for travel, you may still get sick on your next vacation. If you ask online questions, you may have learned a few travel illnesses that you may experience. However, knowing what to expect will help you take steps to prevent or be ready when illness strikes.
Here are some common travel health problems, and tips to assist you in avoiding them:
- Motion Sickness: Motion sickness is caused by a battle between your middle ear and what your vision is processing. Symptoms of motion sickness include salivation, nausea, vomiting, excessive yawning, and cold sweats. There are natural alternative treatments for motion sickness, such as ginger candies, ginger tea, and acupressure on a point called the “Pericardium 6.”
- Respiratory Infections: Respiratory infections are usually the “common cold,” and they can be caused by a viral infection. Common symptoms include a slight fever, a runny nose, muscle aches, and ear pressure. The symptomatic treatment for this infection centers on nasal decongestants like pseudoephedrine and fever control with paracetamol.
- Traveler’s Diarrhea: Traveler’s diarrhea is a common problem for many vacation-goers, and can be caused by a few different factors, such as a change in eating habits or any other type of environmental change. It can also be the result of a parasitic infection. Our doctors may provide an Azithromycin or Rifaximin online. The primary focus of all cases is hydration. With YDO, you can now get an antibiotic prescription online while traveling. No need to visit a walk-in clinic.
Know Your Options If You Get Sick While Traveling
If you experience any of the above common travel illnesses, you may find the simple tips useful. However, any illness should be a call to action to see a doctor. And if you are travelling abroad, will you trust the local doctor?
Submitted by Dr. Asim Cheema
