Your healthcare provider will make a diagnosis based on symptoms and a lab test. They’ll use a swab to take a sample from the back of your throat or from a sore. This swab then goes to a lab for diagnosis.

A member of your healthcare team will likely ask you for a description and history of your swallowing difficulties, perform a physical exam, and use various tests to find the cause of your swallowing problem. Tests can include: X-ray with a contrast material, called a barium X-ray. You drink a barium solution that coats the esophagus, making it easier to see …

Most of the time, your healthcare provider will recognize traveler’s diarrhea based on your symptoms and travel history. But in some cases, they may want to test a sample of your poop to find out what type of infection you have. This can help them determine the best medication to prescribe, especially if they suspect a parasite. Your provider may need to …

Most cases of diarrhea don’t require a diagnosis or treatment. In more severe cases, your provider will work to determine the cause. They’ll ask about your medical history, family medical history, travel history and any sick contacts you may have. They may order tests, including: Blood tests to rule out certain conditions that cause diarrhea. A stool test to check for …

Your baby’s healthcare provider can diagnose diaper rash by looking at it. However, you may not need to seek medical treatment for a diaper rash. You can usually treat the condition at home.

Diabetic retinopathy is best diagnosed with a comprehensive dilated eye exam. For this exam, drops placed in your eyes widen (dilate) your pupils to allow your doctor a better view inside your eyes. The drops can cause your close vision to blur until they wear off, several hours later. During the exam, your eye doctor will look for abnormalities in …

To start, a healthcare provider will ask detailed questions about your medical history and diabetes management. They’ll ask about your symptoms and do a physical exam. Tests that help confirm a diabetes-related neuropathy diagnosis include: Diabetes foot exam: Your provider will visually assess your feet for any injuries or issues. They’ll then touch your toes and feet with various tools to …

If you have diabetes, you should see your healthcare provider every three to six months (or as instructed by your provider) to check your health. If your healthcare provider suspects you may have diabetes-related nephropathy, they may order tests. What tests will be done to diagnose diabetes-related nephropathy? The following tests help diagnose diabetes-related nephropathy: Urinalysis A urinalysis (urine test) …

A physical exam and blood tests can help diagnose diabetic ketoacidosis. In some cases, other tests may be needed to help find what caused the diabetic ketoacidosis. Blood tests Blood tests used in the diagnosis of diabetic ketoacidosis will measure: Blood sugar level. If there isn’t enough insulin in the body to allow sugar to enter cells, the blood sugar level …

If you have signs or symptoms of low blood sugar, check your blood sugar level with a blood glucose meter — a small device that measures and displays your blood sugar level. You have hypoglycemia when your blood sugar level drops below 70 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) (3.9 millimoles per liter (mmol/L)).