General Medicine

General Medicine Hospital in Fraser Town, Bangalore

Fever, weakness, body pain, high blood pressure, diabetes and repeated infections are common health problems.

Some may improve in a few days.

Others may need proper tests and medical treatment.

The Department of General Medicine at Santosh Hospital, Fraser Town provides medical care for adults with common illnesses, long-term health problems and symptoms that do not have a clear cause.

A General Medicine doctor is often the first doctor you should meet when you are not sure which specialist you need.

Patients can visit the department for:

• Fever

• Diabetes

• High blood pressure

• Infections

• Weakness

• Tiredness

• Headache

• Body pain

• High cholesterol

• Thyroid problems

• Anaemia

• Dehydration

• Stomach infections

• Respiratory infections

• Lifestyle-related health problems

• Long-term disease management

• Preventive health checkups

Santosh Hospital is located at 6/1, Promenade Road, behind Coles Park, Pulikeshi Nagar, Fraser Town, Bengaluru.

Santosh Hospital is a 150-bed multispeciality hospital with 40 years of healthcare service, 100+ doctors and 30+ OPDs.

The hospital is also supported by:

• ICU

• Diagnostics

• Pharmacy

• Operation theatres

• Inpatient care

• Multiple specialist departments

This helps patients get medical tests, treatment, admission and specialist support within the same hospital when needed.

What Is General Medicine?

General Medicine is the branch of medicine that looks after adult health problems.

A General Medicine doctor is also called a:

• General physician

• Physician

• Internal Medicine doctor

These doctors treat many common and long-term health problems.

They also help patients who have more than one disease.

For example, a person may have diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol at the same time.

A General Medicine doctor can look at all these problems together.

What Does a General Physician Treat?

A General Physician can evaluate and treat many adult health problems.

These may include:

• Fever

• Viral infections

• Bacterial infections

• Cough

• Cold

• Flu-like illness

• Diabetes

• High blood pressure

• High cholesterol

• Thyroid problems

• Anaemia

• Weakness

• Dehydration

• Headache

• Body pain

• Loss of appetite

• Unexplained weight changes

• Stomach infections

• Food-related illness

• Urine infections

• Respiratory infections

• Lifestyle diseases

• Nutritional problems

• Long-term medical conditions

The doctor may also refer the patient to another specialist if needed.

When Should You See a General Physician?

You can consult a General Medicine doctor when you have:

• Fever lasting more than a few days

• Repeated fever

• Severe weakness

• Tiredness that does not improve

• Dizziness

• Unexplained weight loss

• Sudden weight gain

• High blood sugar

• High blood pressure

• Frequent headache

• Poor appetite

• Repeated infections

• Long-term cough

• Body pain

• Sleep-related health concerns

• Abnormal blood test results

• More than one medical condition

You do not always need to know the exact disease before visiting a doctor.

The physician can help find the cause.

Fever Treatment

Fever is one of the most common reasons people visit a General Medicine doctor.

Fever itself is not a disease.

It is usually a sign that the body is fighting an infection or another health problem.

Common causes may include:

• Viral infections

• Flu

• Bacterial infections

• Urine infections

• Lung infections

• Stomach infections

• Dengue

• Typhoid

• Other infections

The cause of fever cannot always be known only from body temperature.

The doctor may need to check other symptoms.

When Should Fever Be Checked by a Doctor?

Consider seeing a doctor if fever:

• Lasts for more than two or three days

• Keeps coming back

• Is very high

• Comes with severe weakness

• Comes with vomiting

• Comes with breathing trouble

• Comes with severe headache

• Comes with rash

• Comes with stomach pain

• Comes with very low urine output

• Occurs in an older adult with other health problems

A doctor may advise blood, urine or other tests depending on the symptoms.

When Is Fever an Emergency?

Seek urgent medical care if fever comes with:

• Severe breathing difficulty

• Confusion

• Fainting

• Seizures

• Severe dehydration

• Very low blood pressure

• Severe chest pain

• Bluish lips

• Extreme weakness

• Loss of consciousness

These signs may point to a serious illness.

Viral Fever

Many fevers are caused by viruses.

Common symptoms may include:

• Fever

• Headache

• Body pain

• Tiredness

• Sore throat

• Cough

• Runny nose

Most simple viral infections improve with rest, fluids and supportive treatment.

Antibiotics do not treat viral infections.

They should be used only when a doctor feels they are needed for a bacterial infection.

Dengue Evaluation

Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral infection.

Common symptoms may include:

• High fever

• Strong headache

• Body pain

• Joint pain

• Weakness

• Nausea

• Rash

Some people can develop serious complications.

Warning signs may include:

• Severe stomach pain

• Repeated vomiting

• Bleeding

• Extreme weakness

• Breathing difficulty

• Very low urine output

• Dizziness or fainting

People with warning signs need urgent medical evaluation.

Typhoid Fever

Typhoid is an infection caused by bacteria.

It can spread through contaminated food or water.

Symptoms may include:

• Fever

• Weakness

• Headache

• Stomach discomfort

• Loss of appetite

• Loose stools or constipation

Proper tests may be needed before treatment.

Antibiotics should be taken only as advised by a doctor.

Diabetes Care

Diabetes happens when blood sugar levels remain too high.

The body needs sugar for energy.

A hormone called insulin helps move sugar from the blood into the body's cells.

In diabetes, the body may not make enough insulin or may not use it well.

Over time, high blood sugar can affect different parts of the body.

These include:

• Heart

• Kidneys

• Eyes

• Nerves

• Feet

• Blood vessels

This is why diabetes needs regular care.

Common Signs of Diabetes

Some people with diabetes have no clear symptoms.

Others may notice:

• Frequent urination

• Increased thirst

• Increased hunger

• Tiredness

• Unexplained weight loss

• Blurred vision

• Slow wound healing

• Repeated infections

A blood test is needed to confirm diabetes.

Diabetes Treatment at Santosh Hospital

Diabetes care may include:

• Blood sugar checks

• HbA1c testing

• Diet guidance

• Exercise advice

• Weight management

• Medicines

• Insulin when needed

• Blood pressure control

• Cholesterol control

• Kidney health checks

• Regular follow-up

The goal is not only to lower blood sugar.

The goal is also to reduce the chance of future health problems.

What Is HbA1c?

HbA1c is a blood test.

It gives an idea of average blood sugar over the last two to three months.

It can help doctors understand how well diabetes is being controlled.

The right HbA1c target may be different for different patients.

Age, health and other medical problems are also considered.

Can Diabetes Be Controlled?

Yes.

Diabetes can often be managed well with the right treatment.

This may include:

• Healthy food

• Regular physical activity

• Weight control

• Medicines

• Insulin when needed

• Regular blood tests

Do not stop diabetes medicines because one sugar reading becomes normal.

Speak to your doctor first.

Diabetes and Other Health Problems

Long-term diabetes can increase the risk of:

• Heart disease

• Kidney disease

• Eye problems

• Nerve problems

• Foot wounds

Regular checkups are important even when a patient feels well.

High Blood Pressure

High blood pressure is also called hypertension.

It means the pressure of blood inside the arteries stays higher than normal.

Many people with high blood pressure do not have symptoms.

This is why it is sometimes called a silent health problem.

Why Is High Blood Pressure Important?

If high blood pressure stays uncontrolled for a long time, it can increase the risk of:

• Heart disease

• Heart attack

• Stroke

• Kidney problems

• Eye problems

Regular BP checks are important.

What Causes High Blood Pressure?

Many things can increase the risk.

These may include:

• Family history

• Older age

• Too much salt

• Being overweight

• Low physical activity

• Smoking

• Alcohol

• Diabetes

• Kidney disease

• Stress

• Poor sleep

In some people, no single cause is found.

How Is High Blood Pressure Treated?

Treatment may include:

• Medicines

• Less salt

• Healthy food

• Exercise

• Weight control

• Better sleep

• Less alcohol

• Stopping smoking

• Regular BP checks

Do not stop blood pressure medicines without speaking to your doctor.

When Is High Blood Pressure an Emergency?

Very high blood pressure with serious symptoms may need urgent care.

Seek medical help if very high BP comes with:

• Severe chest pain

• Severe headache

• Breathlessness

• Confusion

• Weakness on one side

• Trouble speaking

• Vision changes

• Fainting

These symptoms should not be ignored.

High Cholesterol

Cholesterol is a type of fat in the blood.

The body needs some cholesterol.

But high levels of unhealthy cholesterol can increase the risk of heart and blood vessel disease.

High cholesterol usually has no symptoms.

A blood test is needed to find it.

Who Should Check Their Cholesterol?

Cholesterol testing may be useful for people who have:

• Diabetes

• High blood pressure

• Obesity

• Family history of heart disease

• Smoking history

• Previous heart problems

• Low physical activity

Treatment may include diet, exercise and medicines when needed.

Thyroid Problems

The thyroid is a small gland in the neck.

It makes hormones that help control many body functions.

Thyroid problems can affect:

• Energy

• Weight

• Heart rate

• Mood

• Body temperature

• Bowel movements

Two common thyroid problems are:

• Hypothyroidism

• Hyperthyroidism

What Is Hypothyroidism?

Hypothyroidism means the thyroid is not making enough thyroid hormone.

Possible symptoms include:

• Tiredness

• Weight gain

• Feeling cold

• Dry skin

• Constipation

• Slow heartbeat

• Hair fall

A blood test can help diagnose the problem.

What Is Hyperthyroidism?

Hyperthyroidism means the thyroid is making too much thyroid hormone.

Possible symptoms include:

• Fast heartbeat

• Weight loss

• Sweating

• Shaking

• Feeling hot

• Anxiety

• Trouble sleeping

Treatment depends on the cause.

Anaemia

Anaemia means the body does not have enough healthy red blood cells or haemoglobin.

Haemoglobin helps carry oxygen around the body.

Common symptoms can include:

• Weakness

• Tiredness

• Dizziness

• Pale skin

• Breathlessness

• Fast heartbeat

Anaemia can have many causes.

Iron deficiency is common, but it is not the only cause.

Why Should Anaemia Be Checked?

A blood test can show whether a person has anaemia.

More tests may be needed to find the reason.

Possible causes include:

• Low iron

• Vitamin deficiency

• Blood loss

• Long-term illness

• Kidney disease

• Other medical conditions

Treatment depends on the cause.

Weakness and Tiredness

Feeling tired after a busy day is normal.

But tiredness that continues for weeks may need medical evaluation.

Possible causes include:

• Anaemia

• Thyroid problems

• Diabetes

• Poor sleep

• Infection

• Vitamin deficiency

• Stress

• Other medical conditions

The doctor may check symptoms and advise tests if needed.

Dizziness

Dizziness can mean different things.

Some people feel:

• Light-headed

• Unsteady

• Like the room is spinning

• Like they may faint

Possible causes include:

• Dehydration

• Low blood pressure

• Low blood sugar

• Anaemia

• Ear problems

• Heart problems

• Medicines

• Other health conditions

Repeated dizziness should be checked.

Dehydration

Dehydration happens when the body loses more fluid than it takes in.

It may happen due to:

• Vomiting

• Loose stools

• Fever

• Heavy sweating

• Not drinking enough fluids

Signs may include:

• Dry mouth

• Weakness

• Dizziness

• Dark urine

• Low urine output

• Strong thirst

Severe dehydration may require hospital treatment.

Respiratory Infections

General physicians often treat common breathing and chest infections.

These may include:

• Common cold

• Flu

• Throat infection

• Mild chest infection

• Bronchitis

• Other respiratory infections

Symptoms may include:

• Cough

• Fever

• Sore throat

• Body pain

• Mucus

• Tiredness

Patients with severe breathing trouble may need urgent care.

When Does a Cough Need Medical Attention?

Consider seeing a doctor if a cough:

• Lasts for several weeks

• Comes with high fever

• Comes with chest pain

• Causes breathing trouble

• Comes with blood

• Is getting worse

• Causes severe weakness

A long-term cough can have many causes and should be checked.

Urinary Infections

A urine infection may cause:

• Burning while passing urine

• Frequent urination

• Lower stomach pain

• Fever

• Bad-smelling urine

• Cloudy urine

A General Physician can evaluate simple infections.

Patients with repeated infections, urine blockage, kidney stones or other urinary problems may also need a urologist.

Stomach Infection and Food Poisoning

Stomach infections can cause:

• Loose stools

• Vomiting

• Stomach pain

• Fever

• Weakness

Many cases improve with fluids and rest.

But severe vomiting or diarrhoea can cause dehydration.

Seek medical care if you have:

• Blood in stools

• Severe stomach pain

• High fever

• Repeated vomiting

• Very low urine output

• Severe weakness

• Signs of dehydration

Infectious Disease Care

Infections can be caused by:

• Viruses

• Bacteria

• Parasites

• Other germs

Common infections may affect the:

• Lungs

• Throat

• Stomach

• Urinary system

• Skin

• Blood

The treatment depends on the type of infection.

Antibiotics work only against certain bacterial infections.

They should not be used for every fever or cough.

Why Should Antibiotics Not Be Taken Without Advice?

Using antibiotics when they are not needed can cause problems.

It may:

• Cause side effects

• Affect normal body bacteria

• Make some bacteria harder to treat later

This is called antibiotic resistance.

Always take antibiotics only as advised by a doctor.

Preventive Health Checkups

You do not have to wait until you feel sick to meet a doctor.

Health checkups can help find some problems early.

A preventive checkup may include:

• Blood pressure

• Blood sugar

• Cholesterol

• Weight

• Kidney tests

• Liver tests

• Thyroid tests

• Blood count

• Other tests based on age and health

Not everyone needs the same tests.

A doctor can suggest tests based on your age, symptoms and risk.

Who May Benefit From Regular Health Checkups?

Regular checkups may be useful if you:

• Are above 40

• Have diabetes

• Have high BP

• Have high cholesterol

• Are overweight

• Smoke

• Have a strong family history of disease

• Take long-term medicines

• Have more than one health condition

Checkup plans should be based on individual need.

General Medicine Care for Older Adults

Older adults may have more than one health problem at the same time.

These can include:

• Diabetes

• High blood pressure

• Heart disease

• Kidney problems

• Lung disease

• Arthritis

• Thyroid problems

They may also take many medicines.

A General Physician can help review the complete health picture.

This can be useful when different health problems affect each other.

General Medicine Care for People With Multiple Health Problems

Some patients need care from more than one doctor.

For example, a person may have:

• Diabetes

• Heart disease

• Kidney problems

A General Physician can help manage the overall medical condition.

The patient may then be referred to:

• Cardiologist

• Nephrologist

• Pulmonologist

• Neurologist

• Gastroenterologist

• Urologist

• Other specialist

Santosh Hospital's multispeciality setup makes this type of shared care easier when needed.

Pre-Surgery Medical Checkup

Some patients need a General Medicine checkup before surgery.

The doctor may review:

• Blood pressure

• Diabetes

• Heart risk

• Kidney health

• Current medicines

• Previous illnesses

• Blood test results

This helps the surgical team understand the patient's overall health before an operation.

How Does a General Physician Diagnose a Health Problem?

The doctor first listens to the patient's symptoms.

They may ask about:

• When the problem started

• Fever

• Pain

• Appetite

• Weight changes

• Sleep

• Medicines

• Past health problems

• Family history

• Lifestyle

• Previous test reports

The doctor may then examine the patient.

Tests are advised only when needed.

Common Tests in General Medicine

Depending on the symptoms, tests may include:

• Complete blood count

• Blood sugar

• HbA1c

• Blood pressure check

• Cholesterol test

• Kidney function test

• Liver function test

• Thyroid test

• Urine test

• Infection-related tests

• ECG

• X-ray

• Ultrasound

• Other tests if needed

Not every patient needs every test.

When Should You Go to the Emergency Department?

Some symptoms should not wait for a routine OPD appointment.

Seek urgent hospital care for:

• Severe chest pain

• Severe breathing difficulty

• Fainting

• Confusion

• Seizure

• Sudden weakness on one side

• Trouble speaking

• Very low blood sugar with loss of consciousness

• Very high blood sugar with severe weakness or vomiting

• Severe dehydration

• Heavy bleeding

• Very high fever with confusion

• Very low blood pressure

• Loss of consciousness

These symptoms may need fast treatment.

General Medicine Care Within a Multispeciality Hospital

Some illnesses can affect more than one part of the body.

A patient with diabetes may also have kidney or heart problems.

A patient with an infection may need ICU care.

An older patient may have several health problems at the same time.

Santosh Hospital has:

• 150 beds

• ICU

• Diagnostics

• Pharmacy

• Operation theatres

• 30+ OPDs

• 100+ doctors

• Multiple speciality departments

This allows the General Medicine team to work with other specialists when needed.

General Physician in Fraser Town and Central Bangalore

Santosh Hospital is located behind Coles Park in Fraser Town.

Patients looking for General Medicine care can visit the hospital from nearby areas such as:

• Fraser Town

• Pulikeshi Nagar

• Coles Park

• Cox Town

• Cooke Town

• Richards Town

• Benson Town

• Shivajinagar

• Vasanth Nagar

• Bengaluru Cantonment

• Ulsoor

• Nearby parts of central Bengaluru

Patients searching for a General Physician near Coles Park, physician near Cox Town, General Medicine doctor near Cooke Town or physician near Shivajinagar can visit Santosh Hospital in Fraser Town.

Why Choose Santosh Hospital for General Medicine?

40 Years of Healthcare Service

Santosh Hospital has provided healthcare services for 40 years.

150-Bed Multispeciality Hospital

Patients can access OPD care, inpatient care and hospital support when needed.

General Medicine Department

The department provides care for common illnesses and long-term adult health problems.

Diabetes Care

Patients can get medical support for blood sugar control and long-term diabetes management.

Blood Pressure Care

The department evaluates and manages high blood pressure and related health risks.

Infection Care

Patients with fever and common infections can be evaluated based on their symptoms and medical needs.

Preventive Health

Patients can discuss health checks and risk factors before a major health problem develops.

ICU Support

Patients who become seriously unwell can access ICU support when medically required.

Diagnostics

Diagnostic services help doctors find the cause of symptoms and plan treatment.

100+ Doctors

Santosh Hospital has more than 100 doctors across different specialties.

30+ OPDs

Patients can access multiple specialist departments within the hospital.

Pharmacy

Pharmacy services are available within the hospital.

Frequently Asked Questions About General Medicine

What does a General Medicine doctor treat?

A General Medicine doctor treats common and long-term adult health problems such as fever, diabetes, high BP, infections, thyroid problems, anaemia and weakness.

Is a General Physician the same as a General Medicine doctor?

Yes. The terms General Physician and General Medicine doctor are often used for doctors who manage adult medical conditions.

When should I visit a General Physician?

You can visit a General Physician for fever, weakness, dizziness, diabetes, high BP, infections or symptoms when you are not sure which specialist you need.

Which doctor should I see for fever?

A General Physician can evaluate fever and decide whether tests or treatment are needed.

When should fever be taken seriously?

Fever should be checked if it lasts for several days or comes with severe weakness, breathing trouble, confusion, repeated vomiting or other serious symptoms.

Does viral fever need antibiotics?

Usually not. Antibiotics do not treat viruses. A doctor may prescribe antibiotics only when a bacterial infection is suspected or confirmed.

Which doctor treats diabetes?

A General Medicine doctor can manage many patients with diabetes. Some patients with more complex problems may also need an endocrinologist or another specialist.

Can diabetes be controlled?

Yes. Diabetes can often be controlled with healthy food, physical activity, medicines and regular monitoring.

What is HbA1c?

HbA1c is a blood test that shows average blood sugar over the last two to three months.

Which doctor should I consult for high blood pressure?

A General Physician can check and manage high blood pressure. Patients with heart, kidney or other complications may also need specialist care.

Is high blood pressure dangerous even if I feel normal?

Yes. High BP may not cause symptoms but can slowly affect the heart, brain, kidneys and blood vessels.

Can I stop BP medicine when my reading becomes normal?

Do not stop blood pressure medicine without speaking to your doctor. The normal reading may be because the medicine is working.

Which doctor treats thyroid problems?

A General Medicine doctor can evaluate common thyroid problems. Some patients may need specialist care based on the condition.

What causes constant tiredness?

Tiredness can be caused by poor sleep, anaemia, thyroid problems, diabetes, infection, vitamin deficiency or other conditions.

Which doctor should I see for weakness?

A General Physician is a good first point of care for unexplained or long-term weakness.

Do I need blood tests for every fever?

No. Tests depend on how long the fever has lasted, other symptoms and the doctor's examination.

What are the signs of dehydration?

Dry mouth, dark urine, dizziness, weakness and low urine output can be signs of dehydration.

When does vomiting or loose motion need hospital care?

Seek medical care if there is severe dehydration, blood in stool, repeated vomiting, very low urine output, severe weakness or strong stomach pain.

Why should I not take antibiotics on my own?

Antibiotics are not useful for every infection. Wrong use can cause side effects and antibiotic resistance.

What health tests should adults get regularly?

The tests needed depend on age and health risk. Common checks may include blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol.

Do healthy adults need preventive checkups?

Some health problems can develop without clear symptoms. A doctor can suggest suitable checks based on age, family history and risk.

Can a General Physician refer me to another specialist?

Yes. A General Physician can identify when you need care from a cardiologist, nephrologist, pulmonologist, neurologist or another specialist.

Which doctor should I see if I have many health problems?

A General Medicine doctor can help manage several medical conditions together and coordinate with other specialists.

Does Santosh Hospital have General Medicine doctors?

Yes. Santosh Hospital has a General Medicine Department for adult medical conditions.

Where can I consult a General Physician in Fraser Town?

Patients can visit Santosh Hospital at 6/1, Promenade Road, behind Coles Park, Pulikeshi Nagar, Fraser Town, Bengaluru.

Can patients from Cox Town and Cooke Town visit Santosh Hospital?

Yes. Santosh Hospital's Fraser Town location is accessible from Cox Town, Cooke Town, Richards Town, Benson Town, Pulikeshi Nagar, Shivajinagar and nearby areas.

Consult a General Physician at Santosh Hospital, Fraser Town

Do not ignore fever that keeps coming back, uncontrolled blood sugar, high blood pressure, severe weakness or other health problems that continue for a long time.

The first step is to find the cause.

Consult the Department of General Medicine at Santosh Hospital, Fraser Town for adult medical care, diabetes management, blood pressure care, fever evaluation, infections and preventive health support.

Santosh Hospital
6/1, Promenade Road, behind Coles Park
Pulikeshi Nagar, Fraser Town
Bengaluru, Karnataka 560005