Emergency Care

Expert care for sudden symptoms at our emergency room

Quick onset symptoms develop suddenly and can rapidly change or worsen. Another name for them is acute symptoms or acute onset symptoms. It’s important to have a medical evaluation right away because they can be a sign of a serious condition.

At Goshen Hospital Emergency Department, we treat the following acute symptoms in Goshen, IN:

Anaphylaxis or shortness of breath
Vision changes like blurred vision
Confusion
Chest pain
Paralysis
Syncope (fainting)
Sudden loss of hearing
Sudden, severe pain
Vertigo or dizziness
Seizure
Severe headache
Bleeding

Our team is complete with board certified physicians and nurses who are dedicated to the well-being and healing of our patients. If you or a loved one has these onset symptoms, call 911 or come to our emergency room in Goshen at 200 High Park Ave.

What conditions cause acute symptoms?

Underlying medical conditions are the cause of quick onset symptoms. These conditions can range from mild to severe. Examples include:

Heart attack
Pulmonary embolism
Stroke
Aortic aneurysm
Severe allergic reaction
Asthma
Cerebral hemorrhage
Gastric ulcer
Stomach ulcer
Epiglottitis
Glaucoma
Esophageal varices
Epilepsy

Treating your sudden onset of symptoms

When you arrive at Goshen Hospital Emergency Department with sudden onset symptoms, we work quickly to determine the underlying cause and provide exceptional care. Our emergency room is equipped with cardiac monitoring systems, high-tech exam rooms and other advanced technologies. You can help by telling your doctor about other symptoms you noticed, when your symptoms started, what you were doing and what actions make the symptoms feel worse or better.

Don’t hesitate to call 911 or go to the ER if you have these sudden symptoms. We are here to provide the support and medical expertise you need.

Goshen Hospital Emergency Department serves Elkhart County by quickly diagnosing and treating acute symptoms in Goshen, IN.