When to go to the emergency room (ER)

When should I visit the ER?

If you feel your life is in danger, please call 911 immediately.

All of us experience changes in our bodies that make us question when we should seek emergency care. The information in these pages provides guidance about some of the most common symptoms and when these symptoms might require a visit to the ER. seek emergency care.

Symptoms and ER visits

Click a symptom below to read about when it might require an ER visit:

• Abdominal pain
• Back pain
• Bites
• Bleeding
• Chest pain
• Cough or sore throat
• Dizziness
• Fever
• Headache
• Rashes
• Shortness of breath
• Weakness