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Suzanne H Check-In 01/23/2026
Hello Everyone, I'm new here from Texas. Home sick today with stomach flu and tired of coughing... hoping its not something more. Struggled with getting in to see a doctor this morning and was not successful. I'm very frustrated with that. Does anyone have suggestions on being able to reach a doctor quickly when you need them? I'm new to Bronchiectasis.
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Welcome ... If you think you need the doctor you could go to an ER or an Urgent Care
Suzanne,
Hello! Welcome to the community. I am sorry to read that you are not feeling well. Do you have an established relationship with a pulmonologist? Many are now doing telehealth visits after you have had your initial visit in person. Telehealth really offers a great service, especially throughout the winter months.
Otherwise, there are urgent care centers for walk-ins. I hope that you get the assistance you need and that you feel better soon.
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