7 essential medical gadgets that you may want to keep handy

Going for a regular health checkup is one of the most essential things that you should consider these days. Having said that when you meet your family doctor, it becomes easy for him/her to diagnose any illness or ailment if you are able to provide some health data about yourself. There are several low-cost gadgets which help in tracking your vitals like blood pressure, blood oxygen levels, respiration rate, pulse rate and others. Keeping a daily track of vitals helps you get an idea of your personal health and also makes it easy for the family doctor to detect any kind of irregularities.
When it comes to buying medical gadgets for personal usage, it is highly recommended that you talk to your doctor to get the right advice. As far as treatment, medication, symptom tracker is concerned, always talk to your doctor.

Note: This article doesn’t recommend any particular device from any brand. Talk to your doctor or medical professional on the correct usage and accuracy levels before using any healthcare device. This article is simply intended to inform readers about basic personal health devices that are available in India and in no way provides any information vetted by a medical professional or body. Also, note that some devices may interfere with pacemakers or other devices, so do talk to your doctor before using any device.
 
Contactless IR thermometer A contactless, infra-red thermometer is an essential device that is much needed. Ask a medical professional for recommendations about IR thermometers. 

Automatic electronic blood pressure monitor

Having an automatic electronic blood pressure monitor is another essential gadget. Opt for a device that shows pulse rate as well. Ask a medical professional for recommendations about blood pressure monitors. 

Fingertip pulse oximeter

An oximeter simply measures the amount of oxygen flow in your blood along with respiration rate. It is a small and affordable device you just need to insert your index finger to get readings. Ask a medical professional for recommendations about oximeters.

Glucometer

A glucometer measures glucose levels in the blood. But it may not be needed for all. Glucometers are mostly recommended by doctors if you or any of your family members need them or not.

Portable personal ECG monitor

Portable personal ECG monitor with smartphone companion app will help you record ECG on a daily basis without much hassle and also monitor your heart health. These recordings become a vital source of information for doctors to determine any kind of irregularities at initial stages itself. Ask a medical professional for recommendations about Portable personal ECG monitor. 

Medical alert system

A medical alert system is a handy device for elders at your home. Whenever they feel uncomfortable, they can call you for help at just a press of a button. In a medical emergency, it is way easier to press a button to call for help from a device that hangs around someone’s neck than to find the phone and dial a number. Ask a medical professional for recommendations about medical alert systems.  

Pain relief devices

Having a pain relief device at home can come handy any time. There are several types of pain relief devices like hot pads, massagers and even nerve stimulators. Consult your doctor to get the right kind of device as per your requirements.

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What diabetics and others need to pack in case of emergency

Disasters always come unannounced. So, diabetics should be always prepared for such emergencies.Always store in a ready to grab bag, medicine that you'll need for at least 7 days- tablets, insulin, syringes, swabs and other medications that you daily take. Store it in a insulated bag or cold pack, especially your insulin. 

You also need to pack your glucometer,  test strips, extra batteries for glucometer.

If you've to check for ketones, then ketone test  strips.

If you're type 1 diabetic, and using insulin pump, pack that along with extra reservoirs and infusion sets, vials, insulin syringes.

Make sure that you've a card or a small note where you mention the type of diabetes you've, the medications you take, your blood group, contact number of your doctor, your spouse/ children / nephrologist, and make sure you write down the dosage of your medicine.

You need to pack some candies or cookies or raisins in case your blood sugar level drops low.

Also pack some ready to eat foods and water for a couple of days.

You also need to pack emergency medications- for fever, allergy, nausea, diarrhea, basic antibiotic tablets, band-aid strips, hypo-cortisone cream, gauze, scissors, dusting powders.
Pack clothes for a couple of days always ready in a bag ( this goes for all, as emergency can come any time).

Keep all your medical records handy to grab and go, this again is a must for all elderly people too.

 
this is only for your information, kindly take the advice of your doctor for medicines, exercises and so on.
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