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Dr. T. Hayden Dietz, DO
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Dr. T. Hayden Dietz practices Emergency Medicine and Aesthetic & Regenerative Medicine in Austin, TX. In her Emergency Medicine practice, Dr. Dietz assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. In addition to working clinically in the ER, Dr. Dietz is the medical director at a Free Standing Emergency Room she helped open in September 2022. Dr. Dietz also has an entrepreneurial spirit. She opened her own concierge practice, Ritz XV, in 2017 performing cosmetic and regenerative medicine procedures.
19 years
Experience
Dr. T. Hayden Dietz, DO
- Austin, TX
- Philadelphia College of Osteo
- Accepting new patients
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What can I do for high blood sugar levels?
In the short term, you need medication (likely oral meds) to help treat your high glucose levels. If the levels get too high, you can get sick and may require IV medication/insulin READ MORE
In the short term, you need medication (likely oral meds) to help treat your high glucose levels. If the levels get too high, you can get sick and may require IV medication/insulin to treat. In the long term, you need to be very selective about your diet (monitor carbohydrates and sugar intake) and be sure you are exercising regularly.
Is rectal bleeding after he surgery an emergency?
It certainly can be if it's large quantities of blood and you are symptomatic from blood loss (lightheaded, shortness of breath, chest pain, etc.). You need to follow up with your READ MORE
It certainly can be if it's large quantities of blood and you are symptomatic from blood loss (lightheaded, shortness of breath, chest pain, etc.). You need to follow up with your surgeon immediately to determine if the amount of bleeding you are having is normal post-op or not.
Stiches
Good news! Removing stitches doesn't require needles and has minimal discomfort. You might feel a little tugging as the suture is lifted and then snipped to remove from the skin READ MORE
Good news! Removing stitches doesn't require needles and has minimal discomfort. You might feel a little tugging as the suture is lifted and then snipped to remove from the skin but nothing significant. Try visualizing the process to help decrease your anxiety before the sutures are removed. You'll do great.
Cough runny nose pulled muscle
Consider getting a chest x-ray to be sure your pain isn't from a pneumonia causing irritation or from a rib you may have broken from coughing so hard. In the meantime, as long READ MORE
Consider getting a chest x-ray to be sure your pain isn't from a pneumonia causing irritation or from a rib you may have broken from coughing so hard. In the meantime, as long as your liver is healthy, take 1gm of Tylenol with your 600mg of Motrin every 6hrs as needed for pain. Also consider taking a decongestant to help with the runny nose causing the wet cough and a cough suppressant.
Question re fluid resuscitation and heart failure in ear and procedure
This is a tricky question and patient. Sepsis protocols say treat with fluids and intubate to protect the airway. If the ER doc is great at POCUS (beside ultrasound), they can READ MORE
This is a tricky question and patient. Sepsis protocols say treat with fluids and intubate to protect the airway. If the ER doc is great at POCUS (beside ultrasound), they can look at the lungs for B lines to see if they are fluid overloaded or the size of the IVC to determine fluid status. CVP can also be used to help determine if they are hyper/hypo/or euvolemic..
Am sick
Go get checked for flu, covid, and strep. Strep is a bacterial infection that requires antibiotics. With your history of asthma and complaints of trouble breathing, I’d be sure READ MORE
Go get checked for flu, covid, and strep. Strep is a bacterial infection that requires antibiotics. With your history of asthma and complaints of trouble breathing, I’d be sure your lung sounds are ok. If you’re wheezing, you’ll need steroids and inhalers. Drink small amounts of fluids frequently, even popsicles count as fluid, so you don’t become dehydrated.
What type of doctor should you see after a stroke?
After having a stroke, your friend should follow up with a neurologist. They are the brain specialists.
When should I see a doctor for testicle pain?
Testicular pain should always be seen and evaluated quickly to rule out testicular torsion. If the pain is severe and continuous, you need to be evaluated ideally within 4-6hrs READ MORE
Testicular pain should always be seen and evaluated quickly to rule out testicular torsion. If the pain is severe and continuous, you need to be evaluated ideally within 4-6hrs of the pain beginning. If the blood flow to the testicle is being restricted, you risk losing the testicle the longer you wait to be evaluated. Ritz XV, PLLC
How should I treat sudden low blood pressure?
If you sense your blood pressure dropping (you feel lightheaded, vision is getting dark, hearing is distant, you feel sweaty), it’s best to get down (head lower than your heart) READ MORE
If you sense your blood pressure dropping (you feel lightheaded, vision is getting dark, hearing is distant, you feel sweaty), it’s best to get down (head lower than your heart) or lay down so you don’t pass out. Staying hydrated and eating salty products can help increase your blood pressure. Check with your doctor before increasing your salt intake.
What is the first aid for stroke?
If you are having symptoms of a stroke (one sided weakness, loss of sensation, visual or speech abnormalities), the best thing you can do is call 911 and get to a hospital quickly. READ MORE
If you are having symptoms of a stroke (one sided weakness, loss of sensation, visual or speech abnormalities), the best thing you can do is call 911 and get to a hospital quickly. Strokes are much like heart attacks where the faster you receive an intervention, the better your chances are for a positive outcome.
Do I have an std?
You need to be checked for STDs and can request HIV/Hepatitis testing as well. This can be done through your PCP, the State Department of Health, or Planned Parenthood. They may READ MORE
You need to be checked for STDs and can request HIV/Hepatitis testing as well. This can be done through your PCP, the State Department of Health, or Planned Parenthood. They may recommend repeat testing in a few months depending on the length of time from exposure until your testing and the type of testing performed. Remember, peace of mind is priceless.
When is IBD an emergency?
If you are having severe abdominal pain (different from your norm) that can't be controlled with over-the-counter meds, you have uncontrollable vomiting or diarrhea that is causing READ MORE
If you are having severe abdominal pain (different from your norm) that can't be controlled with over-the-counter meds, you have uncontrollable vomiting or diarrhea that is causing dehydration, you are having fevers with your symptoms, or you are having profuse rectal bleeding or blood in your stool, you should seek an emergent evaluation for your symptoms.
What can the ER do for an allergic reaction?
The emergency room can provide oral, IV, or intramuscular medications like Benadryl, steroids, Pepcid, and life-saving epinephrine depending on your symptoms to help treat the READ MORE
The emergency room can provide oral, IV, or intramuscular medications like Benadryl, steroids, Pepcid, and life-saving epinephrine depending on your symptoms to help treat the reactions from the allergy. If severe, the ER can also support your airway if breathing becomes difficult or help increase your blood pressure if you go into anaphylactic shock.
Salmonella
While technically, the answer is yes, it would be considered a rare event. Utilize good handwashing and watch for any signs of infection.
Complications after hernia surgery
Yes, you need to make an appointment with your surgeon to reevaluate the wound. You may have a wound infection or something worse brewing internally or under the skin.
Hernia
Yes, it’s safe to fly with a hiatal hernia. Enjoy your trip!
Red bump
Are you sexually active? If you are, the next questions would be, is it painful or painless? Painless we want to rule out syphilis and if it’s painful, we would consider testing READ MORE
Are you sexually active? If you are, the next questions would be, is it painful or painless? Painless we want to rule out syphilis and if it’s painful, we would consider testing for herpes. Your PCP or an STD clinic could certainly check you for these to be safe though results could take a few business days.
Heavy menstrual bleeding
This is likely due to a hormone imbalance. Reach out to your gynecologist or PCP to prescribe you a hormone to help regulate. As you move from peri- menopause to full menopause READ MORE
This is likely due to a hormone imbalance. Reach out to your gynecologist or PCP to prescribe you a hormone to help regulate. As you move from peri- menopause to full menopause this can be common. If you feel lightheaded or short of breath, you should have your blood levels checked to be sure you’re not having symptomatic anemia.
Broken rib
At a minimum, you need a chest x-ray to be sure you do not have a collapsed lung that is caused by a rib fracture. A collapsed lung will make you feel short of breath. It can cause READ MORE
At a minimum, you need a chest x-ray to be sure you do not have a collapsed lung that is caused by a rib fracture. A collapsed lung will make you feel short of breath. It can cause bigger problems too if it’s not treated. Depending on where your abdominal pain is, they may want to do more imaging like a CAT scan of your abdomen to rule out Interabdominal injury or bleeding. Please head to your nearest emergency room for treatment.
Cut Concern
Redness along the border of a wound can be normal for healing. If the redness continues to spread, you have purulent drainage from the wound, or fevers, you should be seen and READ MORE
Redness along the border of a wound can be normal for healing. If the redness continues to spread, you have purulent drainage from the wound, or fevers, you should be seen and evaluated immediately for an infection.
