Taoyuan Armed Forces General Hospital

Introduction

General Internal Medicine is responsible for managing a wide range of internal medicine-related diseases, providing patients with initial diagnoses and treatments, and referring them to appropriate subspecialties for further follow-up and care when necessary. Internists serve as the first-line diagnosticians for various diseases and also offer comprehensive health management and education to ensure effective control and improvement of patients’ conditions.

Common Complaints

1. Infections and Fever: Various infections can be caused by viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens.
2. Abdominal pain, headaches, and chest pain: Common symptoms that may indicate various internal medicine conditions.
3. Shortness of breath and edema: Symptoms that can result from difficulty in breathing or fluid accumulation in the body.
4. Dizziness and palpitations: May be associated with heart or blood pressure problems.
5. Diarrhea and constipation: Manifestations of digestive system dysfunction.
6. Insomnia and weakness: Symptoms that may be associated with mental or physiological conditions.
7. Weight loss: May be a warning sign of various health issues.
8. Jaundice: Typically an indication of liver or biliary issues.