Simply select "certificates" on the Qoctor home page Then choose "COVID-19 medical clearance". Complete the online questionnaire. We will ask about your symptoms and isolation period, as per local state or territory requirements. Then you will need to have a video consultation with one of our doctors at a time of your choosing, who will [...]
No, Qoctor can not offer bulk-billing. Medicare regulations require that a patient must have seen the doctor in person within the past 12 months to avail of bulk-billing or Medicare rebates. As Qoctor is exclusively a telehealth service, we are obviously unable to meet this requirement. However, we strive to keep our price points as [...]
To get a COVID-19 medical clearance, you will need to complete an online questionnaire and a video consultation with a doctor. This consultation costs $31.99 out of pocket. If approved by the doctor, you can receive your medical clearance immediately into your email inbox, following the appointment. The issuing of the certificate is at the [...]
UTI stands for Urinary Tract Infection (also referred to as a bladder infection or cystitis). UTIs are common, particularly in women. Most UTIs are caused by bacteria that live harmlessly in your gut but cause inflammation if they get into your urinary tract. It often stings as urine passes the inflamed area. It is important [...]
Up to 50% of women will experience 1 or more UTIs in their life. However, UTIs are much less common in men. Any woman who gets recurring or repeated UTIs within a few months of each other (eg, 3 or more in a 12 month period), should be assessed by a doctor as this may [...]
Symptoms of a UTI usually include Burning or stinging when you pass urine (dysuria) Passing urine more frequently (frequency) or urgently (urgency) than normal Cloudy or smelly urine The feeling that the bladder is still full after urinating However, elderly people may not have typical symptoms- and may just present with fatigue, fever, confusion or [...]
Certain symptoms may indicate the presence of a more serious infection, including: Pain in your tummy (abdomen) or low back (loins/flanks) A fever (high temperature) or chills (rigors) Passing larger amounts of urine than normal (polyuria) & excessive thirst (polydipsia) Blood in the urine (haematuria) Headache/vomiting/flu-like symptoms Offensive vaginal discharge Anyone experiencing the above symptoms [...]
A UTI is usually treated with oral antibiotics. There are several antibiotics commonly used- the one chosen by the doctor will depend on local factors (such as bacterial resistance to certain antibiotics in your area), your medical history, and whether you have any allergies to medications. If there is no improvement of your symptoms within [...]
Sometimes the symptoms of a UTI can be similar to other conditions, for example: A sexually transmitted infection, eg. Chlamydia Diabetes (passing larger amounts of urine than normal & excessive thirst) Kidney stones (spasms of pain in the back or groin) Thrush (itchy vulva, sometimes a discharge or odour)Recurrent UTI (3 or more UTIs in [...]
Qoctor strongly advises that you attend your own GP to request a certificate to seek exemption from jury duty or a court appearance. In these circumstances, it is best to see your usual doctor, who can vouch for your symptoms or any long term health issues, and can provide necessary updates or extensions to your [...]
